What causes kidney disease?

Kidney disease can be caused by many factors, including diabetes, high blood pressure, autoimmune diseases, and infections.

How is kidney disease diagnosed?

Kidney disease is diagnosed through blood and urine tests, imaging scans, and sometimes a kidney biopsy.

What are the different stages of kidney disease?

Kidney disease is divided into five stages, with stage 1 being the least severe and stage 5 being kidney failure.

What are the treatment options for kidney disease?

Treatment options for kidney disease depend on the stage and severity of the disease. They may include medications, lifestyle changes, dialysis, and kidney transplant.

What is kidney dialysis, and how does it work?

Kidney dialysis is a process that filters waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are no longer able to do so. There are two main types: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.

What is a kidney transplant, and who is eligible for one?

A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure to replace a failing kidney with a healthy kidney from a donor.

What lifestyle changes can I make to protect my kidneys?

Lifestyle changes to protect your kidneys include maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, controlling blood pressure and cholesterol, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.

What are the risks of kidney disease?

The risks of kidney disease include heart disease, stroke, bone disease, anemia, and nerve damage.

Where can I find more information about kidney health?

You can find more information about kidney health from organizations like the National Kidney Foundation, the American Kidney Fund, and the National Institutes of Health.

Dr. Haresh Dodeja

Nephrologist/Renal Specialist

Consults at:

Fortis Hospital, Mulund

Surgeries

N/A

Experience

20+ years

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Special areas of interests:

Normal Delivery Subsequent to a previous Caesarian Section
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Laparoscopic Myomectomy
Fertility Issues
Laparoscopic Removal of Ectopic Pregnancy
Operative Hysteroscopy
PCOS Management

Services:

Laparoscopic Surgery (Obs & Gyn)
Pregnant Women Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Natural Cycle IVF
Pregnancy Hypertension (Preeclampsia/ Eclampsia)
Contraception Advice
Pre-Marital Counselling
Obstetrics Problems
Fertilisation In Vitro - Embryo Transfer (IVF - ET)
Obstetrics / Antenatal Care
Abortion / Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP)
Laparoscopic Sterilization
Unilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
Fertility Treatment
D&C (Dilation and Curettage)
Cosmetic labiaplasty

Education

MBBS, MD - Medicine, DNB - Nephrology

Hospitals

Fortis Hospital, Mulund

Mumbai, India

FAQs

Symptoms of kidney disease can include fatigue, swelling in the legs and ankles, frequent urination, blood in the urine, and pain in the back or side.

Dr. Haresh Dodeja

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FAQs

What are the signs and symptoms of kidney disease?

What causes kidney disease?

How is kidney disease diagnosed?

What are the different stages of kidney disease?

What are the treatment options for kidney disease?

What is kidney dialysis, and how does it work?

What is a kidney transplant, and who is eligible for one?

What lifestyle changes can I make to protect my kidneys?

What are the risks of kidney disease?

Where can I find more information about kidney health?

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