1st Annual Kidneys For Kids Bay County Health Screening Fair and Blood Drive
This 1st Annual Kidneys for Kids Bay County Health Screening Fair and Blood Drive , is groundbreaking healthcare event bringing together health screening organizations, along with community service resources. Along with this, we will hold a blood drive and provide free snacks and activities for the kids! Let’s get healthy Bay County, join us!
Childhood Kidney Disease – An Overview
Childhood kidney disease, also known as pediatric nephrology, refers to any disorder or dysfunction of the kidneys in children. The kidneys are a vital organ in the body, responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and regulating electrolyte balance. When these organs are not functioning properly, it can lead to a host of health […]
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Jessica’s Personal Story
Jessicas Personal Story: Early in 2012, my mother and I found out I was in end- stage renal failure, after I started having severe backaches. After going through many tests with our family doctor, my mother and I were informed that I would need a kidney transplant, or I would have to start dialysis soon. […]
Pediatric Glomerular Kidney Disease
Glomerular Kidney Disease (Pediatric) Pediatric Glomerular Diseases include diseases such as Nephrotic Syndrome Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) Minimal Change Disease IgM Nephropathy IgA Nephropathy C3 Glomerulopathy Membranous Nephropathy These diseases may cause the kidneys to leak excess protein and blood in the urine, high blood pressure, and may lead to loss of […]
Kidney Disorders In Children
Overview of Kidney Disorders in Children How do the kidneys work? Your child’s body takes nutrients from food and converts them into energy. After your child’s body has taken the nutrients it needs, waste products are left behind in the bowel and in the blood. The kidneys and urinary system keep chemicals, such as potassium and sodium, […]