Your Creatinine Result Came Back High. Here’s What That Actually Means
You got your lab report back, scanned it for anything highlighted in red, and there it is: creatinine, above range. Before you spiral into a Google search at midnight, here’s what you need to know: a single high creatinine reading…
Diabetes and Your Kidneys: How to Catch Diabetic Nephropathy Before It’s Too Late
You check your blood sugar. You take your medication. You watch what you eat. But somewhere in that daily routine, one question usually goes unasked: what is diabetes doing to your kidneys right now? Diabetic nephropathy, kidney damage caused by…
Kidney Stone Laser Treatment Cost in Ahmedabad
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ravi Bhadania, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Nephrology, Gold Medalist, SGPGIMS Lucknow) Kidney stones are one of the most common urological problems in Ahmedabad, and laser treatment has become the preferred way to remove them without open…
Kidney Transplant Rejection: Types, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ravi Bhadania, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Nephrology, gold medalist, SGPGIMS Lucknow), Nephrologist & Transplant Physician, Alfa Kidney Care, Ahmedabad A kidney transplant can restore years of health and freedom to a person living with kidney failure….
Recurrent UTI in Women: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention
Medically reviewed by Dr Ravi Bhadania, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Nephrology, gold medalist, SGPGIMS Lucknow.) If you have had more than one urinary tract infection in the last six months, or three or more in a year, you are not…
How Much Sodium Is Safe for Kidney Patients? Here’s What Your Doctor Wants You to Know
Medically reviewed by Dr Ravi Bhadania, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Nephrology, gold medalist, SGPGIMS Lucknow). If you have been told to “watch your sodium” after a kidney diagnosis, you are probably left wondering what that actually means day to day….
Travelling on Dialysis: What Every Patient Should Know Before a Trip
Many patients believe a dialysis schedule means the end of holidays, family visits, or work trips, but that isn’t true. Travelling on Dialysis is absolutely possible when you plan ahead, carry the right paperwork, and consult your Kidney Specialist before…
Best Home Remedies for Kidney Stones That May Help Relieve Pain
Kidney stones are one of the most painful conditions a person can experience, and it’s no surprise that most patients search for quick relief before they even think about visiting a doctor. If you’re dealing with sudden flank pain, burning…
What Is Renal Parenchymal Disease? Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
If a recent ultrasound or kidney function report mentioned “renal parenchymal disease,” it’s natural to feel a little worried especially when the term sounds technical and unfamiliar. The good news is that renal parenchymal disease is a common finding, and…