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Polycystic Kidney Disease 6
An autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease characterized by the development of multiple small renal cysts and progression to renal insufficiency or end-stage renal disease (ESRD) most often after the sixth decade th
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Overview
Why is weight control important? If you are struggling with your weight, you are not alone. In the United States, more than 70 percent of adults are overweight or have obesity. Having this extra weight raises your risk for many health conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, and certain cancers. Reaching and staying at a healthy weight can be challenging. But having a healthy lifestyle, including healthy eating patterns and regular physical activity, can help you lose weight. It can also lower your chance of developing weight-related health conditions. What factors affect weight and health? You gain weight when you take in more calories (through food and drinks)…
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