Dr. Douglas Blowey MD

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• Is a High-Protein Diet Right for Me?

  A high-protein diet is yet another weight-loss regimen in which about 50% of the calories are obtained from protein in one's diet. Proteins for the diet include fish, skinless chicken, pork, and low-fat dairy. The carbohydrates used in this diet are rich in fibers, like whole grains, vegetables, and...

• Lupus: What is it?

  Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes damage to all parts of the body including the skin, joints, and internal organs....

• Wilms Tumor Facts

  Wilms TumorWilms tumor, also called as nephroblastoma, is a type of cancerous tumor in the kidneys. The name of the disease comes from a German doctor named Max Wilms, who wrote about it in 1899. Children ages 3-4 years old are more likely to develop Wilms tumor.Wilms tumor accounts for around 9 out...

• Nephrotic Syndrome in Children: What You Need to Know

  Nephrotic Syndrome in ChildrenNephrotic syndrome in children is not a disease, but rather a group of symptoms that usually indicate kidney damage (particularly glomeruli damage) and proteinuria (high levels of protein in the urine). When there is kidney damage, a protein called albumin, which is...

• What Is Renal Ultrasound Used For?

  A renal ultrasound is actually a diagnostic procedure, wherein high-frequency sound waves are transmitted through the body tissues that are inaudible to the human ear. The echoes recorded into videos or images of the internal structures of the body.A wide range of diseases and conditions can be...

• What Could Lead to Nephrotic Syndrome?

  IntroductionNephrotic syndrome refers to a group of symptoms that occur when there is something wrong with your kidneys. It can affect people of all ages and is often treatable. Kidney damage may be suspected if an individual shows any of the following symptoms:...