Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden and often reversible decline in kidney function that occurs within hours to days. It leads to a rapid build-up of waste products, fluids, and electrolytes in the body, which can disrupt normal balance and cause serious complications if not treated promptly.

Kidney dialysis replicates the filtering function of healthy kidneys. It becomes essential when kidney function drops significantly, helping patients manage waste removal and fluid balance.

Kidney stones are crystalline deposits that form in the kidneys. Their size can range from tiny grains to large masses, sometimes blocking urine flow and causing severe pain.

Gout is a type of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to sudden and severe pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness—often starting in the big toe. It develops when the body either produces too much uric acid or cannot eliminate it efficiently through the kidneys. Risk factors include a diet high in red meat, seafood, and alcohol, obesity, certain medications, and family history.

Kidney transplantation is a transformative procedure that offers hope and a new lease on life for those with severe kidney disease. While it requires careful planning, commitment, and lifelong care, the rewards are immeasurable.