In the beginning, kidney failure may be asymptomatic (not producing any symptoms). As kidney function decreases, the symptoms are related to the inability to regulate water and electrolyte balances, to clear waste products from the body, and to promote red blood cell production. Lethargy, weakness, shortness of breath, and generalized swelling may occur. Unrecognized or […]

In 2003, the Department of Health reported that the prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) among adult Filipinos was 2.6 percent (or 2.6 out of 100 adult Filipinos). Recent research suggests that CKD prevalence has worsened, affecting one in 10 adult Filipinos. In 2012, the National Kidney and Transplant Institute cited kidney failure as the […]

First, let’s set the record straight by saying that sugar in and of itself isn’t evil, per se. It occurs naturally in plenty of foods, including fruits and milk. With that being said, adding excess sugar to your dietary intake simply isn’t necessary. In fact, you’ll notice numerous positive things happen when you decide to […]

Fighting and preventing kidney disease has been a continuous battle cry of advocates from the government sector and medical practitioners. Kidney specialist consultant Dr. Franklin Guillano of Davao City raised the need to keep on with the advocacy for the public to fully understand about renal health care, and consequently avoid the debilitating disease. “The […]