Nephrologists are doctors who specialize in conditions that affect the kidney of the human body. Most people have kidney issues all around the world. Millions of people every year undergo treatments for kidney injury or chronic kidney disease or CKD. If we talk about the figures, kidney disease ranks as the 12th leading cause of death globally and the 9th leading cause.
Nephrology, which is also called renal medicine sometimes, is a specialty within the internal medicine field related to kidney care. Usually, it is connected with hypertension or high blood pressure.
Nephrologists of Prasidh hospital, Hyderabad, are medical professionals who diagnose, treat, and manage kidney problems. These kidney problems may be of two types: acute and chronic kidney problems and diseases. These doctors also treat associated issues like high blood pressure (BP), fluid retention, and electrolyte and mineral imbalances. Moreover, these specialists are in charge of kidney dialysis treatment — both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis — and kidney transplants and their later follow-up care.
A nephrologist is a physician or doctor, who studies and deals with nephrology. Nephrology is the kid’s and adults’ study of the kidneys and their diseases. The nephrologist of Prasidh hospital, Hyderabad deals with the diagnosis and management of kidney disease. The kidneys play a vital role in maintaining normal fluid and electrolyte balance in the body.
Here are three signs, which might indicate that you are at the beginning of kidney function.
1. If you have dizziness and Fatigue, which is one of the first possible signs of weakening kidneys is the experience of overall weakness in yourself and your overall health.
2. Swelling (Edema).
3. Changes in urination.
Kidney disease may develop from existing health issues like diabetes (sugar), obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, or high BP. It can also cause high blood pressure and heart disease to develop, even if you didn't have these conditions before the kidney infection.
Chronic kidney disease can also lead to health issues such as anemia, osteoporosis, a weakened immune system, or an irregular heartbeat. All these things show how important it is to have healthy kidneys and to be regular in seeing a nephrologist who can treat and manage any kidney issues you are having.
Nephrologists of our hospital might develop a management plan that helps you overcome low-functioning kidneys. In some cases, your kidney damage might even be reversible if caught and treated early, so everyone should take care of her body well in advance.
The department of nephrology at Pace Hospitals is supported by accomplished, experienced Nephrologist Hyderabad - Prasidh Hospitals. These key conditions treated under nephrology department.
Nephrologists of Prasidh Hospital are experts in renal health, and they work to identify problems in your kidneys to help you maintain good health. Your kidneys are important since they filter your blood to remove wastage and toxins, and they monitor and balance the acid-base, water, and mineral ratios in the body. Without proper filtering of the blood and balanced amounts of fluids and nutrients, your body may become an unhealthy environment because of these wastages. Having low-kidney function can put you at risk for chronic kidney diseases, such as kidney failure, or end-stage renal disease, where you require dialysis regularly.
To visit a nephrologist for your care means seeing the experts who can recommend the best treatment plan for you and your kidneys. They are always up-to-date on medical advancements for your kidney condition to ensure that you have the most accurate and comprehensive care.
Nephrologists of Prasidh hospital are specialized medical doctors who have received advanced training in the field of nephrology. These doctors complete their medical school and a fellowship with board certification in their specialty.
Most people think that until and unless there is no emergency, no need to go to a specialist doctor. They go to their primary doctor, too in case of emergency. And if he refers them to the Nephrologist, then only they visit them. Typically, to visit a nephrologist means that you are having kidney-related symptoms from an unknown cause or that you have health issues. And a renal specialist only knows how to treat. You could be referred to a nephrologist if you have the following signs or symptoms:
Chronic Urinary Tract Infections
If you get a lot of urinary tract infections or UTIs, which are generally bladder infections, you are at greater risk for the infection to travel up to your kidneys. This may put you more at risk of developing kidney disease, permanent kidney damage, or even kidney failure as well. Chronic UTI symptoms, especially blood in the urine, fever, and fatigue, can also be an indication of the early stages of bladder or kidney cancer.
Recurring Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are salt-based deposits or minerals inside your kidneys, and they create a lot of pain when passing via your urinary tract. If you get a lot of kidney stones, it means, that your kidneys are likely not filtering waste properly and are letting deposits accumulate.
You may also develop kidney stones that start to block glomerular filtration, which is a part of the urination process, and lower the filtration rate. Any obstructions could begin to damage your kidneys and lead to chronic kidney disease.
Foamy Urine
Sometimes you have foamy or bubbly urine, which means there is a protein in your urine. This condition is called proteinuria and can happen from several causes, some being relatively harmless and others more likely to cause kidney damage. Your urine generally has a bit of protein waste in it, but this protein will pass unnoticed. But if you have a high amount of it in urine, you begin to see foam or bubbles in the urine.
This protein disease can accompany other symptoms such as muscle cramping, and shortness of breath, and may indicate more moderate stages of chronic kidney disease or early kidney failure. Our doctors will do a series of blood tests, such as blood urea nitrogen, serum creatinine, and protein-creatinine ratio, to check your blood and kidney health.
Itchy Skin and Joint or Bone Pain
If you're suffering from bone and joint pain along with itchy skin, you may have a condition called renal bone disease, also known as mineral and bone disorder. This condition may occur alongside kidney disease, and it happens when the kidneys are not able to maintain the amount of calcium and phosphorus your bones need. If it is untreated, this condition can lead to weakened bones, and heart and blood vessel problems.
There are many kidney diseases, which are treated well in our Prasidh Hospital, Hyderabad. Diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure also affect the kidney adversely and it is a nephrologist who deals with preventing and treating renal damage caused by these systemic or whole-body diseases as well.
Nephrologists deal with kidney disorders including: -
1. fluid and electrolyte disorders
2. acid-base disorders
3. kidney stones
4. glomerular diseases
5. tubulointerstitial diseases
6. mineral metabolism
7. acute kidney disease
8. acute renal failure
9. chronic kidney diseases
10. chronic renal failure
11. end-stage renal disease and dialysis
They are required to be well aware of medications and clinical pharmacology, high BP management, diabetes management, and its complications, epidemiology of diseases and infections as well as nutritional management for prevention and treatment of kidney diseases.
