What are the reasons for kidney failure?

Learn about what causes kidney failure (end stage renal disease) as well as the effects, symptoms, stages, and various treatment options for failing kidneys. read more

Learn about the causes and symptoms of kidney disease from the experts at WebMD. read more

There are several treatments for kidney failure. The type of treatment you need will depend on the reason for your kidney failure. Your doctor can help you determine the best treatment option, which may include: Dialysis. Dialysis filters and purifies the blood using a machine. The machine performs the function of the kidneys. read more

In the United States the two leading causes of kidney failure, also called end stage kidney disease or ESRD, are diabetes (also called Type 2, or adult onset diabetes) and high blood pressure. When these two diseases are controlled by treatment, the associated kidney disease can often be prevented or slowed down. read more