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The link between renal failure and Parkinson’s disease: Researchers illuminate the underlying mechanisms

by Ingrid Fadelli , Medical Xpress Deposition of α-synuclein in the kidneys of PD patients. Credit: Yuan et al. Nature Neuroscience (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41593-024-01866-2. Lewy body diseases (LBDs) are a class of debilitating neurodegenerative disorders linked to the abnormal aggregation of the protein α-synuclein in nerve cells. When misfolded, this protein can produce clumps known as Lewy...

How to recognize the signs of renal failure
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How to recognize the signs of renal failure

Renal failure can be acute, which is usually reversible, or chronic, which is a lifelong condition. Acute renal failure occurs quickly, while chronic renal failure may happen gradually. A person can learn to recognize renal failure, also called kidney failure, by memorizing the early warning signs. These include urinary problems and feeling short of breath. However,...