kidney Transplant, Procedure, Benefits, Risks and Recovery
KIDNEY TRANSPLANT A kidney transplant is a surgery to place a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor into a person whose kidneys no longer function properly. The kidneys are a pair of bean shaped organs that are located…
PCOS – Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine system disorder where small fluid-filled sacs develop on the ovaries. It is also known as Stein- Leventhal syndrome. The symptoms include changes in the menstrual cycle , excess hair growth, acne and many…
Heart Attack – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
A heart attack occurs when there is loss pf blood supply to a part of the heart/ cardiac muscle, often that occurs due to blockage in the arteries. It is a medical emergency and needs to be addressed immediately. Spotting…
KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY: PROCEDURE, TYPES AND RISKS
Knee replacement is one of the most common orthopaedic surgeries performed nowadays. It is also called knee arthroplasty; it is a surgical procedure to resurface a knee damaged by arthritis. Most people experience reduced or eliminated knee pain, increased mobility…
KIDNEY STONES AND ITS MANAGEMENT
Kidney stones also called renal calculi, nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis are hard deposits made of salts and minerals. Diet, excess body weight, certain medical conditions, some supplements and medications are among the many causes of kidney stones. Passing kidney stones can…
Angioplasty: Types, Procedure and Recovery
Angioplasty is a term that comes from words “angi” (blood vessel) and “plasty” (opening). Angioplasty is a surgical procedure which is used to open a blocked or narrowed artery near the heart. It is the standard treatment for narrowed or…
How To Protect Your Kidney During Hot Summer
As a Laparoscopic Uro Surgeon, Renal Transplant Surgeon & with a decade of experience, I understand the importance of kidney health, especially during the challenging summer months. The kidneys are vital organs that filter waste from the blood, regulate fluid…
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Any kidney disease can affect the body’s ability to clean and purify blood, filter extra water, help control blood pressure. It also affects other functions like vitamin D metabolism that is needed for bone health and red blood cell production….
Kidneys: Structure and functioning
The kidneys are a pair of bean shaped organs that are located below the rib cage, one on each side of the spine. The right kidney is generally slightly lower than the left kidney to make space for liver. The…
Kidney Stones: Causes, Symptoms and Diagnosis
Urine consists of many dissolved minerals and salts. When urine has high levels of these minerals and salts, it forms stones. Kidney stones can start small but can grow larger in size. Some stones stay in kidneys, and do not…