Kidney Ailment
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Kidney inflammation symptoms: Why swelling is not just weight gain
Health | Mar 23, 2026, 10:43 AM ISTSwelling in the body is often mistaken for weight gain, but experts warn it can be an early sign of kidney inflammation. Lifestyle factors like high salt intake, diabetes, and inactivity contribute to this condition. Early detection and lifestyle changes can help prevent serious kidney damage.
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Urban, non-diabetic, and at risk: The silent kidney crisis Hyderabad can’t ignore
Health | Oct 25, 2025, 03:34 PM ISTA new study from Osmania General Hospital and Apollo Hospitals reveals a rise in mysterious kidney disease among young, healthy urban residents in Hyderabad. Experts warn of silent damage linked to unregulated herbal medicines and lifestyle habits.
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Kidney detox: Opt for these 3 Ayurvedic herbs recommended by Swami Ramdev to flush out toxins
Health | Apr 28, 2025, 12:59 PM ISTKidneys work to remove the accumulated dirt and toxins from the body. Due to slow kidney function, uric acid starts increasing in the body, and many diseases can develop. Now, Swami Ramdev has recommended the Ayurvedic herbs that increase the filtering capacity of the kidneys.
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Holding urine for too long can affect kidney health, know other potential side effects
Health | Apr 25, 2025, 12:00 PM ISTWe do many things in our daily life that seem normal to us, but they can have adverse effects on the body. One of them is holding urine for too long. Do you know how dangerous it can be? Let's know from an expert.
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Pope Francis remains critical with blood tests showing mild signs of kidney failure: Vatican
World | Feb 24, 2025, 07:17 AM ISTPope Francis, who continues to receive oxygen, took part in the Holy Mass from the apartment set up on the 10th floor of Gemelli Hospital on Sunday morning, according to the statement. Those taking care of him during his hospitalisation also took part.
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Do you use rock salt instead of white salt? Know disadvantages of consuming rock salt daily
Food | Feb 06, 2025, 04:46 PM ISTSeveral times people consider rock salt to be natural and make it a part of their daily diet. However, excessive consumption of rock salt daily can have a bad effect on the functioning of your body. The effect is so bad that you can even become a victim of kidney or heart disease.
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Excessive consumption of paracetamol can cause THESE diseases, doctor explains potential risks
Health | Dec 19, 2024, 10:46 AM ISTResearchers at the University of Nottingham in Britain have recently revealed that excessive consumption of paracetamol can harm people's health. Especially older people, i.e., those over 65 years of age, may be at increased risk of kidney disease.
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Air pollution can affect kidney health, know symptoms and prevention tips
Health | Nov 22, 2024, 12:36 PM ISTDangerous pollution is making even healthy people sick. Metal particles like copper and lead present in the air enter the body through breathing which eventually damages the kidney. Pollution is having a bad effect on the kidneys. Know the yogic ways to keep the kidney healthy.
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Here's how digestive issues can signal kidney problems in kids; know treatment
Health | Jun 14, 2024, 01:30 PM ISTIt is crucial to realise that gastrointestinal symptoms might also disguise renal problems in kids therefore parents can use this as an opportunity to consult their health care provider before the condition gets worse.
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How can smoking affect your kidneys and what can you do about it? Expert explains
Health | Apr 18, 2024, 11:28 AM ISTIndividuals must understand the severe impact smoking can have on their kidney health and make efforts to quit smoking or avoid picking up the habit altogether.
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How to detect Kidney Cancer? Signs to watch out for and treatment options
Health | Apr 10, 2024, 11:59 AM ISTUnderstanding the signs and symptoms of kidney cancer is essential for early detection and effective management. By staying informed, we can take steps towards reducing the burden of kidney cancer and improving overall well-being, as early stages can be completely cured.
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Simple blood test may predict heart and kidney disease risk in type-2 diabetes patients: Study
Health | Aug 22, 2023, 12:46 PM ISTThe analysis found high concentrations of each biomarker at the beginning of the study were strongly predictive of the severity of the participant’s heart and kidney issues.
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World Kidney Day 2020: 5 Ways to keep your kidneys healthy
Health | Mar 12, 2020, 10:54 AM ISTWorld Kidney Day is a global campaign celebrated on every second Thursday of March to raise awareness on risk factors of kidney-related diseases.
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India may face kidney diseases due to air pollution
Health | Feb 28, 2020, 12:40 PM ISTIt's known that breathing in air pollution can have detrimental health effects beyond the lungs, but few studies have shown how it impacts the kidneys.
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Mumbai hospital removes ‘World’s heaviest kidney tumour’ weighing 5.5 kg, Guinness World Records confirm feat
Lifestyle | Oct 05, 2017, 03:08 PM IST28-year-old Rakhi Sawant had an enormous tumour which completely replaced her right kidney. She was successfully operated at Sion Hospital.
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New calculator can predict success of kidney transplant result
Lifestyle | Jun 09, 2017, 06:55 PM ISTA calculator can assess the chances that a given patient who received a kidney transplant from a certain living donor would have a normal functioning kidney 5-10 years after the transplantation took place.
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Warning: Being overweight can lead to kidney failure
Lifestyle | Mar 11, 2017, 12:03 PM ISTShocking reports have confirmed that India has become the third-most obese country in the world. This has led to increase in kidney-related problems.
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Rajinikanth Returns Home
Bollywood | Jul 14, 2011, 02:24 PM ISTChennai, Jul 14: Superstar Rajinikanth, who is recuperating from a reported kidney ailment, returned home to a rousing reception amidst indications that the shooting for his suspended period film “Raana,” could resume by October. “The