Antibiotics are among the most frequently prescribed drugs in medicine. Their use, however, is often limited by associated renal toxic effects. The most common manifestation of these toxic effects is ...

SIADH leads to too much water in the body, causing low sodium levels. Low sodium in the blood, called hyponatremia, can cause serious health problems. SIADH can be caused by brain, lung, or ...

Fluid, electrolyte and mineral perturbations are prevalent features of tropical disease. Hemodynamic alterations, fever, nitrogen wasting, and changes in membrane transport and acid–base balance ...

Rebecca Jaspan is a registered dietitian specializing in anorexia, binge eating disorder, and bulimia, as well as disordered eating and orthorexia. Electrolyte powders are made up of sodium, potassium ...

This scientific special issue focuses on the crucial aspects of maintaining optimal hemodynamics and fluid balance in ...

Dehydration happens when you lose more fluids than you take in. In older adults, it can raise the risk of constipation, electrolyte imbalances, kidney problems, and falls. Older adults are more prone ...

A 58-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital 3 weeks after lumbar surgery because of diplopia and fever. Left leg pain and a rash had preceded the fever and diplopia. A diagnosis was made.

KDIGO issued a 2026 anemia of chronic kidney disease (CKD) guideline to help healthcare providers and patients make informed management decisions.

A liquid bowel movement (diarrhea) is usually related to a short-term health challenge like food poisoning or a viral infection. It may also be related to a chronic condition. Diarrhea can happen to ...

Muscle fatigue is a decreased ability to create force with your muscles. Electrolyte imbalance and overuse are some of the most common causes of muscle fatigue. Rest and massage are the best ways to ...

PHOENIX, Arizona — For nursing students, delivering a life-altering diagnosis or navigating end-of-life discussions can be more daunting than any clinical procedure. At Creighton University’s Health ...