On the Rebound: Alonzo Mourning's Kidney Disease Journey скачать в хорошем качестве

On the Rebound: Alonzo Mourning's Kidney Disease Journey

At the height of his NBA career, fresh off an Olympic gold medal win, Alonzo Mourning knew he didn't feel his best. His energy was gone and he was experiencing severe swelling throughout his body and face. "I probably would've continued to ignore [my symptoms] if I did not have my pre-season physical," Mourning said. His team doctor referred him to a nephrologist, and a kidney biopsy confirmed his diagnosis: focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS). Kidney disease disproportionately affects Black Americans, who are 4-5 times more likely to develop kidney failure than white Americans. A genetic variation on the APOL1 gene contributes to this disparity. Even the healthiest of people, like Alonzo Mourning, can be affected by kidney disease. It is crucial to understand the common signs and symptoms of kidney disease, as well as visit your doctor at least once a year to be proactive about your kidney health. To learn more about your risk for kidney disease, visit NephCure.org