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We have outlined here the conditions treated here by Dr. Rachna Sahityani.
A doctor who specialises into taking good care of and treating our kidneys are called Nephrologists. People with acute renal failure and chronic kidney diseases or urinary tract infections are the ones who most commonly see a Nephrologist. Kidney stones that repeat, protein loss or blood loss in the urine are some problems whose solution is with this doctor.
Kidney condition can be the reason for various signs and symptoms like:
It is the increased swelling which is a very common indication of a kidney condition and it could be around eyes, ankles, feet or legs. A kidney condition may be imminent with gastrointestinal issues like nausea, vomiting and a decreased appetite. Anemia and high blood pressure are also indicators of these issues.
9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Saturday are the operating hours of the doctor. It should be noted that reviews show that the doctor performs the procedure with efficiency and accuracy.
Here is a list of popular procedures performed by Dr. Rachna Sahityani.:
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. One of the most commonly performed procedure is dialysis and this is inclusive of placing the dialysis catheter. There are some critical procedures that they have to do like Kidney transplants and Kidney biopsies.
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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. It is not just hypertension but mineral metabolism disorders are managed by these doctors.
The tests required before and during consultation for a Nephrologist are as follows:
The blood and urine tests give the right picture as to how well the kidney is working. 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. As you are prepare to get a kidney transplant performed on yourself, then too you must visit a Nephrologist.. Situation when you have chronic kidney disease or your kidneys are failing also need an intervention from the doctor.