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Yes, if you have lupus nephritis in all but the rarest of cases, you also have, by definition, lupus.

But, way too many patients don’t know that simple and critical fact.

Lupus nephritis is a kind of kidney disease that is a complication of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus). Lupus is a serious autoimmune disease that can damage kidneys – which is called lupus...

Tim, was an energetic, healthy 29-year-old sailor in the Navy when he suddenly collapsed and was rushed to the hospital. There, he received news that shocked him and turned his life upside down: He had kidney failure.

Tim's first hint that something was wrong were symptoms his doctor dismissed as the flu. Thinking nothing of it, Tim returned to work as usual. Unfortunately, it was his body letting...

Prior to 2006, Audra Skibo was dealing with mysterious health problems. At first, doctors believed it was multiple sclerosis or another disease that attacks the muscles. It wasn't until a kidney biopsy later that year that she learned what it actually was:...

Ensuring access to early screening is vital for safeguarding the health of your heart and kidneys. That is why the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is collaborating with other organizations to urge the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) to establish a standardized recommendation for kidney disease screening.

In the United States, a whopping 37 million adults have chronic kidney disease (CKD), but...

Fabry disease is a rare disorder that happens when the body lacks an important enzyme called alpha-galactosidase A (alpha GAL). This enzyme breaks down certain fats so they can be removed from cells and passed out of the body or be recycled for other functions. When alpha GAL is missing or present in low amounts, fat builds up in cells of the blood vessels and tissues of the kidneys, heart, skin and brain. Over time,...

When Thelma was just twelve years old, she started experiencing swelling in her hands and feet. But without health insurance, her family had to rely on free clinics for help. Due to the systemic inequities she faced as a child, it took nearly a decade to receive a diagnosis. Even then, she wouldn’t receive the proper education she needed to help maintain kidney function.

Today, she is a passionate advocate for all people with...

Photo Credit: Ryan LaPlante

The material found in this book does not constitute professional medical advice; the readers are advised to seek medical professional advice if they have questions about kidney disease.

New York Times bestselling author of Part of Your World and Food Network champion Abby Jimenez is back with another smash hit–Yours Truly. In this riveting romance, Dr. Briana Ortiz's life is quickly changing. She...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, with one person losing their life to it every 33 seconds.1 It's also a risk factor for kidney disease, another leading cause of death in America.

The good news? There are plenty of ways to protect your kidney and heart health. In honor of American Heart Month, let's explore how the heart and kidneys work together and what you can do to keep them healthy....