Nephrologist ·
Phyathai 2 International Hospital , Bangkok, Thailand
36 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Thai , English
We have outlined here the conditions treated here by Dr. Nuchapa Ratanajaratroj.
A doctor who specialises into taking good care of and treating our kidneys are called Nephrologists. A Nephrologist is consulted by people with urinary tract infections, acute renal failure or chronic kidney diseases. Protein loss or blood loss in the urine as well as solution to kidney stone removal is found by this doctor.
Please have a look at the many signs and symptoms that are an indication of kidney condition.:
When their is swelling seen around ankles, feet or legs or around the eyes then it could most probably be a sign of a kidney condition. While suffering from a kidney disease you will notice signs of gastrointestinal problems like nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite and weakness. If you are anemic and/or have high blood pressure, please get yourself checked as you could have a kidney issue.
The doctor operates from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Saturday. The procedure is performed with a lot of care, efficiency and delicacy.
There are several popular procedures performed by Dr. Nuchapa Ratanajaratroj such as:
The doctors working as Nephrologists specialise in giving the right medical treatment to people for several kinds of kidney conditions. The also perform or work as a team with other specialists on few procedures. Of the procedures a Nephrologist performs, a Kidney dialysis is one of the most routine. Important procedures in the form of Kidney biopsies and transplants are done by the doctors.
Book a secure video consultation for expert Transplant Surgeon care.
When you start showing signs and symptoms that could indicate a kidney issue, your doctor will refer you to a Nephrologist. Acute kidney failure and chronic kidney disease are managed by the Nephrologists. They help slow the progression of Glomerular/vascular disorders and treat Tubular/interstitial disorders to maintain the functioning of kidney for as long as possible. Hypertension and mineral metabolism disorders are also managed by Nephrologists.
The prescribed tests prior to and during consultation for a Nephrologist are mentioned here.
The health condition of your kidneys becomes clear through the blood and urine tests. Another test that the doctor can recommend is the kidney ultrasound basis the condition of the kidney. On a case to case basis a kidney biopsy can also be done to figure out the condition of the kidneys.
If you are having issues with the functioning of your kidneys then a Nephrologist is someone you must visit. Also, if you are suffering from Glomerular/vascular disorders or Tubular/interstitial disorders or are in the need to get dialysis for your kidneys. When you wish to prepare to get a kidney transplant then too a visit to the Nephrologist becomes necessary.. Situation when you have chronic kidney disease or your kidneys are failing also need an intervention from the doctor.
Have your reports reviewed by independent oncology experts to help you make a confident treatment decision, all online within 48 hours