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When to visit a nephrologist?

Not everyone is aware of what exactly nephrologists do till people come across a health issue related to their kidneys. Nephrologists are physicians who help in diagnosing, managing, and treating diseases of the kidneys, as well as issues related to fluid and electrolyte imbalances. They can diagnose the state of your kidney, determine if you have or are at risk of kidney disease, and subsequently take the appropriate treatment approach. The following slides underline a few signs that indicate that you should consider visiting a nephrologist.

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When to visit a nephrologist?

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  1. WhentoVisita Nephrologist?

  2. Who are nephrologists? Not everyone is aware of what exactly nephrologists do till people come across a healthissue relatedto theirkidneys. Nephrologists are physicians who help in diagnosing, managing, and treating diseases of the kidneys, as well as issues related to fluid and electrolyte imbalances. They can diagnose the state of your kidney, determine if you have or are at risk of kidney disease, and subsequently take the appropriate treatment approach. The following slides underline a few signs that indicate that you should consider visitinga nephrologist.

  3. ChangesinUrination If you experience changes in your urination habits, such as urinating less frequently or not at all or feeling a burning sensation while urinating, you should see a nephrologist. These symptoms might indicate that there is something wrong with your kidneys.

  4. HighBloodPressure Having high BP may lead to kidney damage and even kidney failure. The kidneys help in filtering waste and extra fluid from the blood. They use a lot of blood vessels for this purpose. As the blood vessels get damaged, nephrons filtering your blood do not receive the nutrient and oxygen needed to properly function. It is why high BP is a leading cause of kidney failure. If you have high blood pressure, a nephrologist can recommend some tips toprotect the kidneys better.

  5. Diabetes Diabetic patientsare alsoat riskof kidneydamage, asthis condition causes a lot of stress and damage to the kidneys. People experiencing diabetic nephropathy symptoms like poor appetite, nausea,trouble sleeping, as well as swelling of the hands,feet, and face, should especiallyvisit a nephrologist.

  6. Visitinganephrologist If you experience early signs of kidney diseases, like a burning sensation in urine or conditions like high BP, you must visit a nephrologistforathoroughcheck-up. Contact details of the best nephrologist in Indiacan befound on theweb.

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