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Acidosis and Alkalosis Causes and Treatments78

Acidosis and Alkalosis Causes and Treatments

The degree of acidity or alkalinity, is an important property of our blood. The acidity level increases with the increase in the level of acidic compounds in our body, or when the level of basic (also known as alkaline) compounds present in our...

0 comments    diabetes symptoms diabetic
How Grapes and Raisins can kill your dog!76

How Grapes and Raisins can kill your dog!

As a dog owner you may not realise that both grapes and raisins can kill your much loved pet by bringing on rapid kidney failure (within 24 hours of consuming the fruit). Be aware that both grapes and raisins should never be used as treats for your dogs as anything over 2 ounces can be fatal.

19 comments    dogs dog failure
Hyperthyroidism in Cats77

Hyperthyroidism in Cats

Like Chronic Renal Failure, Hyperthyroidism is, unfortunately, a common occurrence in cats. If you know any people who have this condition, you know may already know the basics of what this diagnosis means: Your cat's hyperthyroid gland is working...

2 comments    thyroid gland hyperthyroidism
The Nutritious And Healing Benefits Of Wheat Grass84

The Nutritious And Healing Benefits Of Wheat Grass

Organic Wheat Grass Can Be Considered As The Miraculous Healing Juice And Well Balance Nutrient Food

3 comments    nutrition chlorophyll
Living with Cat Kidney Failure68

Living with Cat Kidney Failure

Dilly has been diagnosed with Chronic Renal Failure. About 8 months ago, we took our cats to the vet for their normal yearly physicals and vaccinations. Our kitties were looking and acting perfectly normal, although one cat had been on a specific...

3 comments    kidney disease treatments crf
Kidney Function71

Kidney Function

Location: The kidneys are located in the posterior aspect of the abdomen on either side of the vertebral column. The left kidney is usually slightly higher than the right due to the position of the liver. The kidneys are protected by layers of...

11 comments    protein failure kidney
I Have Kidney Disease - Now What?69

I Have Kidney Disease - Now What?

First and foremost, you must realize that this is not the end of your life, and that this comment is not coming from someone who is just trying to make you feel better. It is coming from years of experience....

0 comments    life diet salt
THE DANGERS OF "SPICE" & MY EXPERIENCE WITH KIDNEY FAILURE AND ITS RELATION TO SMOKING "SPICE"78

THE DANGERS OF "SPICE" & MY EXPERIENCE WITH KIDNEY FAILURE AND ITS RELATION TO SMOKING "SPICE"

My first person accounting of kidney failure that is linked to my spice smoking and helpful links to educate people of the dangers of smoking spice.

14 comments    health issues seizures damiana
The Dangers of Mixing Aspirin and Tylenol78

The Dangers of Mixing Aspirin and Tylenol

Some important information on the dangers of mixing, two of the most commonly used over-the-counter medications; Tylenol and Aspirin.

14 comments    aspirin tylenol kidney failure
Life on Dialysis: How it works, How I cope82

Life on Dialysis: How it works, How I cope

In March of 2000 I was diagnosed with a rare auto-immune disorder called GoodPasture's Syndrome and renal failure, which was secondary to the disease. "Goodpasture Syndrome is a rare disease that can affect the lungs and kidneys. Also called...

13 comments    health coping dialysis
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