1. What are the risk factors for kidney diseases?

You may have an increased risk for kidney disease if you have diabetes, suffer from hypertension, are older, have a severe heart disease, are obese, or smoke among other factors.

2. What are the symptoms of early kidney disease?

If you are experiencing symptoms like weakness, fatigue, poor appetite, trouble sleeping, change in urinary habit, frequent urine at night, frothing in urine, or swelling of legs you should consult a doctor.

3. How to identify if a person has kidney problems?

Kidney problems at an early stage can be detected by simple tests like serum creatinine level. urine routine, and microscopy test.

4. Who should get screened for kidney problems and how frequently?

Any person experiencing symptoms or at risk of kidney diseases should get screened. Getting tested at least once a year is ideal.

5. What is dialysis?

Dialysis is a medical process through which a person’s blood is cleansed of the toxins or wastes that kidneys normally remove. When a person’s kidneys no longer function optimally, dialysis helps keep the right levels of chemicals, fluids and salts in the body so that the body functions normally.

6. Can I travel if I am on dialysis?

Consult your doctor before planning your trip. Most patients receiving dialysis can travel if they have their medication and can get access to the dialysis facility. Our specialists can help you prepare the treatment plan.

7. Are Kidney Stones serious?

Kidney stones can be dangerous in severe cases. If you leave them unattended or keep on delaying the treatment, they can lead to problems of urinary tract infections and kidney damage. Kidney stones present for a long time can build up pressure on the kidneys and interfere with their functioning.

8. What is chronic kidney disease?

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) refers to reduced kidney function or damage where the kidney cannot filter blood the way it should. In some cases, it results in kidney failure or end-stage renal disease in which the patient requires dialysis or kidney transplant to keep them alive.

9. Is kidney transplant painful?

The pain a patient may experience after a kidney transplant surgery varies person to person. One can expect pain or soreness around the incision while you're in the process of healing. The doctor may prescribe medicines based on the patient’s condition.

10. What are the ways of prevention?

There are three ways of prevention: Primary prevention is the act of intervening to promote health and prevent the onset of illness. Secondary Prevention involves early detection through screening and prompt treatment. Tertiary prevention is controlling the progression of a disease after a diagnosis to slow or stop it.