WHAT IS NEPHROLOGY

 Nephrology is the medical specialty that supports the diagnosis and treatment of all kidney diseases.

Nephrology is the medical specialty that supports the diagnosis and treatment of all kidney diseases (called nephropathies), which affect blood filtration, the kidneys' primary function.

This management ranges from the most basic and early symptoms (presence of blood or protein in the urine, for example) to the most serious complication, which is chronic renal failure. This complication may result in the need to supplement kidney function by dialysis, treatment provided by nephrologists, or kidney transplantation performed by urologists. Dr Muhammad Khan is best Riverside nephrology consoltant.

Close collaboration with other specialties is essential. With urologists, nephrologists participate in the assessment of patients with kidney stones or kidney failure.

With the resuscitators, the nephrologist participates in the diagnosis and treatment of acute renal failure. In collaboration with cardiologists, the nephrologist can be involved in the treatment decision in the event of arterial hypertension associated with renal failure or pathology of the renal arteries. With the dialectologist, the nephrologist will intervene to ensure the follow-up and the treatment of the diabetic patient suffering from renal complications.

What is nephrology?

Nephrology is a medical specialty concerned with the functioning of the kidneys and the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of kidney disease. Located at the bottom of the spine, the two kidneys, purification centers of the body, filter the blood by eliminating waste and evacuate the excess water and mineral salts (sodium, potassium, etc.) through the urine. The kidneys also produce hormones that are essential for the body. Their role is therefore vital. When they no longer function effectively enough - one speaks of renal failure - it may be necessary to have the kidneys purified by a machine - dialysis - or consider a kidney transplant (transplant). Dr Muhammad Khan is best Nephrologists in Riverside.

When to make an appointment with a nephrologist?

After a visit to your GP, you should consult a nephrologist for all pathologies affecting the kidneys:

• renal colic,

• persistent kidney pain,

• presence in the urine of blood (hematuria) or proteins (proteinuria), chronic renal failure (CRF),

• etc.

Relying on examinations to refine his diagnosis, he can prescribe medication, recommend a suitable diet, and follow dialysis or transplant patients. In its clinics, Elsan has excellent nephrology and dialysis (hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis) centers, which combine medical competence and patient support, including dietetic support, which is essential in cases of CRF.

What tests are performed by a kidney specialist?

After having questioned his patient with precision, the nephrologist carries out a rigorous clinical examination before prescribing - or performing - additional examinations:

• urine tests,

• renal assessment,

• cystography,

• to scan,

• kidney scintigraphy,

• ultrasounds,

• renal biopsy,

• angiography

DEFINITION

Nephrology is the medical specialty that deals with everything related to the kidney.

The kidney is an organ that filters blood and synthesizes urine.

It is involved in many elements of metabolism and hydration.

In addition, the kidney has a close relationship with the maintenance of blood pressure.

RELATIONS WITH OTHER SPECIALTIES

The nephrologist, therefore, works very closely with urologists for the urinary part, with cardiologists for blood pressure, and with endocrinologists for metabolic imbalances such as diabetes.

But also with all the other specialties because a kidney disorder can have very varied causes or consequences.

Nephrology is a strict hospital specialty.

WHEN TO SEE A NEPHROLOGIST

Your doctor or a specialist will prescribe a nephrological consultation.

The reasons for consultation are very varied.

NEPHROLOGICAL SYMPTOMS

Linked to urine output

Anuria: no pathological urine emission. Either urine is no longer synthesized (dehydration ...), or it is blocked (obstacle).

Oliguria: the low amount of urine.

Polyuria: a large amount of urine.

Urinary frequency: Increased frequency of urination

dysuria: Difficulty urinating.

Linked to urine content

Proteinuria: The presence of protein in the urine.

Either visible (macroscopic hematuria) or invisible (microscopic hematuria).

A urinary tract infection: the presence of a germ in the urine (mainly bacteria)

Renal colic: painful violent crisis caused by the tensioning of the renal capsule secondary to an obstacle to the flow of urine.

Linked to metabolic disturbances

An imbalance of potassium, calcium, or sodium can give many symptoms whose cause can be the kidney.

General symptoms

Edemas

A blood pressure

Acute nephritic syndrome

Sudden onset of edema, hematuria and arterial hypertension, gross hematuria, proteinuria, and acute renal failure.