There are many different types of renal conditions which can be congenital (you are born with) or are something that happens later.

You can find out about some kidney conditions and about symptoms associated with kidney conditions at the links below. Although some resources have been written for parents/carers they can help you start to understand your condition. There is a lot of information available online and this can sometimes lead to more worry than is needed. The information here and here or on the links below is good, always talk to your team if you are worried.

• Acute Kidney Injury
• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) 
• Glomerulonephritis 
• Nephrotic Syndrome 
• Posterior Urethral Valves 
• Renal Dysplasia 
• Renal Hypoplasia 
• Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) and Reflux Nephrology 

You can find out more about other renal conditions, causes and symptoms such as Haematuria, Hypertension, Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP), Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome (STEC-HUS), Proteinuria  and Urinary Tract Infections on the InfoKID and Kidney Care UK websites.

If you want to know more information on common investigations please look at the links below:

• Blood tests 
• Blood pressure 
• Computerised Tomography (CT) scan
• DMSA Scan
• Kidney Biopsy 
• Ultrasound scan
• Urine tests 
• X-ray 
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• MAG3 scan 
• Micturating Cystourethrogram (MSUG) 

Your renal team will also be able to answer any questions or talk through any concerns you have.