---
url: 'https://stagehia.healthinaging.org/a-z-topic/kidney-problems'
title: 'Kidney Problems'
author:
  name: 'Jennifer Cross'
  url: 'https://stagehia.healthinaging.org/user/102'
date: '2018-11-21T18:00:59+00:00'
updated: '2023-02-27T16:16:14+00:00'
type: topic
summary: 'Older kidneys may not be as resilient as younger ones if they have been stressed. Because the kidneys are important in regulating a variety of bodily functions, you may eventually develop problems requiring medical attention with age if your kidneys are not working well.'
tags:
  - Health
published: true
---
 The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs found in the lower back. Kidneys filter out some of the body’s wastes and maintain the body’s chemical balance. They also take away fluid and the remains of foods or medicines. In addition, the kidneys help control blood pressure and produce red blood cells.

[Basic Facts](/a-z-topic/kidney-problems/basic-facts)

[Causes](/a-z-topic/kidney-problems/causes)

[Symptoms](/a-z-topic/kidney-problems/symptoms)

[Diagnosis & Tests](/a-z-topic/kidney-problems/tests)

[Care & Treatment](/a-z-topic/kidney-problems/care-treatment)

[Lifestyle & Management](/a-z-topic/kidney-problems/lifestyle)