Som, 79, with stage 4 chronic kidney disease causing anemia, saw her health stabilize after doctors prescribed medication and adjusted her nutrition.

Quick urination after drinking water is a normal reflex; the real concern is polyuria, defined as excreting over three liters of urine daily.

I have stage 4 chronic kidney disease and have heard that consuming a lot of protein increases the burden on the kidneys. Do I need to completely avoid meat, fish, and eggs? (Tan, 68, Dong Nai)

After three years of stable treatment for stage 3-4 kidney failure, Ms. Binh, 74, experienced a sudden drop in glomerular filtration rate to end-stage, but doctors successfully managed her condition medically, avoiding dialysis.

drinking insufficient water, holding urine, self-medicating with painkillers, or exercising without adequate fluid replenishment are common morning mistakes that can increase stress on the kidneys.

Instant noodles, snacks, sugary drinks, fried foods, and canned goods are the five kidney-harming items experts advise limiting.

To detoxify and nourish your kidneys, start your day with a glass of water, warm your lower back, engage in light exercise, and eat a diverse, nutritious diet.

Mr. Ngoc, 62, found ureteral stones but failed to follow up, leading to obstruction, acute kidney failure, and infection.

Ms. Thu, 52, has spent the past year accompanying her 97-year-old father for kidney failure treatment, while also managing her own risk factors for kidney disease.

While coffee itself does not damage the kidneys, a cup left overnight can easily become contaminated with bacteria, spoil, and produce mold toxins, potentially leading to acute kidney failure.

My family often has BBQ parties, especially on weekends, and I've heard that eating a lot of this type of food can easily lead to kidney failure or cancer. Is that true? (Manh Hung, 30, Can Tho)

Prolonged or recurrent dehydration can not only cause fatigue but also impair kidney function.

Obesity causes the kidneys to overwork, increasing the risk of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure if left unchecked.

Lower back pain, frequent nighttime urination, dry or prematurely gray hair, cold extremities, and restless sleep warn of declining kidney function.