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What do sneakers have to do with fighting kidney disease? For Randy Yim, they’re everything. 

The kidneys perform important functions that keep the body in balance, such as filtering blood, regulating blood pressure, and removing waste. Simple ...

Glomerulonephritis happens when the kidneys' blood filters (glomeruli) become inflamed and scarred. It has different causes.

Learn more about kidney disease, your risk, and how to prevent it.

Genetics can play a role in kidney disease risk. However, other factors can also contribute to risk.

Lupus nephritis is a disease that affects the kidneys, making it difficult for them to clean blood well.

IgAN is a form of kidney damage. The exact cause is unknown. Read more about risk factors, symptoms, tests, complications, and treatment options.