Skin cancer happens when skin cells start growing in an uncontrolled way, most often because UV light has damaged DNA. There are two main types: melanoma and non-melanoma (or keratinocyte) skin cancer ...

What is congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUT)? Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUT) are a group of conditions where the urinary tract, including the ...

What is blood in urine (haematuria)? Blood in the urine (known medically as haematuria) can be an indication that the kidneys aren’t working properly. It can be caused by a variety of issues, some of ...

A rare disease is when it affects a small percentage of people within a population. In the UK, this is defined as less than 1 in 2,000 people. There are over 150 types of rare kidney diseases, and 8 ...

An infection is where germs, such as bacteria, get into the body and multiply, causing harmful effects. If this happens in the kidney, this is called a kidney infection, or pyelonephritis. This type ...

Glomerulonephritis is a medical term for a group of diseases involving damage to the glomeruli (the tiny filters in the kidney). The damage is usually caused by the body’s immune system.

A better life after transplant is possible with your gift. People who have had a kidney transplant are three times more likely to develop bladder cancer. Researchers have suspected that BK virus, a ...

Dr Neil Roberts from the University of Manchester has received a PhD Studentship grant award of £85,000 to build upon previous Kidney Research UK-supported work into the potential for gene therapy to ...

Welcome to our report of 2022/23. This year we have continued to advance knowledge of kidney disease by investing in research, by driving forward innovation and by expanding our collaboration and ...

Blood pressure is the pressure blood pushes against the walls of the arteries as it is pumped around the body by the heart. When blood pressure is measured, two numbers are recorded. The maximum ...

Changes to your diet can often help to lower blood pressure, slow down your loss of kidney function and reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke. Most people with chronic kidney disease can get all ...

The kidneys are highly complex organs that control blood chemistry, blood pressure, and the amount of fluid in the body. They also keep the blood clean and chemically balanced. Acting as very ...