Glomerulonephritis Glomerulonephritis is a type of kidney disease where the blood vessels become inflamed. Learn more about this condition.
Kidney Disease Kidney disease (renal failure) is short-term or permanent damage to the kidneys that results in loss of normal kidney function. Learn more about this condition in children.
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) occurs when damaged red blood cells block the kidney's filtering system which can lead to kidney failure in children. Learn more about this condition.
Nephrotic Syndrome Nephrotic syndrome is a problem where too much protein called albumin is released from the body into the urine. Learn more about this condition.
Polycystic Kidney Disease Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder that causes the growth of numerous fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys. Learn more about this condition.
Renal Vascular Disease Renal vascular disease happens when the renal arteries become narrowed or blocked, reducing blood flow to the kidneys. Learn more about this condition.
Anna's Story Heath Alexander of Silver Spring, Maryland, underwent a rigorous assessment to determine whether he was healthy enough to donate one of his kidneys to his daughter, 11-year-old Anna Sophia Alexander. Read More of Anna's Story
