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Loss of Bladder Control in Children

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Loss of bladder control, also known as incontinence or enuresis, is fairly common in young children. Approximately 7 percent of 5-year-old boys and 3 percent of 5-year-old girls experience problems with bladder control. Children with parents who had childhood incontinence are five to seven times mo

Best Picks for Renal Week

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Dr. Jeffery Berns gives a day-by-day rundown of his personal picks for this year's Renal Week -- from state-of-the-art lectures to the latest clinical trials.

Kidney Stone Facts

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The kidney is made up of two fist-sized organs located in the lower back on either side of the spine. Their main purpose is to filter out excess minerals and toxins that will then be passed out of the body through the urine. Sometimes kidney stones develop, which can be very painful as they move thr

Signs & Symptoms of a Urinary Tract Infection

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Urinary tract infections or UTIs can occur in men, women and children, but are most common among women. Causes can range from not drinking enough water to bacterial growth after having sexual intercourse. UTIs can be treated with home remedies, but may need prescription medication, depending on the

Pathophysiology of Urinary Tract Infections

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The urinary tract consists of the kidneys, the bladder, the ureters, and the urethra. Infections of the urinary tract can begin in any part of this system; however, the majority begin in the urethra or the bladder. Due to the physiology of the male and female urinary tracts, infections are much more

From ASN 2008: Use of IV Iron in CKD Patients

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In this video blog, Jeffrey Berns, MD, from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, discusses IV iron and serum ferritin levels after chairing a session on iron management at the 2008 ASN.

Kidney Stones

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Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of kidney stones, including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.

What Kinds of Foods Should Female Athletes Avoid?

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Female athletes require energy and strength for maximum performance. Several different food types will rob athletes of valuable energy and slow the metabolic rate. Female athletes must maintain a consistent and healthy diet with a focus on natural foods and valuable nutrients. A consistent diet will

Living Healthy to Avoid Prostate Cancer? Maybe…

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A new study suggests that following certain lifestyle guidelines may lower a man's risk for aggressive prostate cancer, but how great an impact could it have? Dr. Gerald Chodak examines the evidence.