Nephrology

Diet for dialysis patients

diet for dialysis patients

What type of diet should the dialysis patients be following? Hemodialysis has revolutionized the field of kidney healthcare over the last 100 years. The patients with chronic kidney disease if they are on hemodialysis have the advantage that most of the foods which would otherwise be restricted pre dialysis would become permitted after starting on […]

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WORLD KIDNEY DAY 2024

The World kidney day is celebrated on 14 March 2024.The theme for the year 2024 is ‘Kidney health for all-Advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice’ It is estimated that at least 1 in 10 people around the planet live with kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease also abbreviated as CKD affects around 850

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HEMODIALYSIS

Introduction The word hemodialysis includes two components -heme(blood) and dialysis. It simply means purification of blood. Hemodialysis is a life saving treatment. Millions of lives around the world are being saved and  benefited by this therapy on a day to day basis. History of dialysis The history of dialysis is a classic example of how

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Blood in urine:The Ultimate Health Scare You Need to be Aware of

blood in urine

By Dr AZEEM AHAMED MD DM NEPHROLOGIST Introduction Have you ever noticed blood in your urine and wondered what it means? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. This condition, known as hematuria, can be quite alarming, but understanding its causes, symptoms, and potential complications can help put your mind at ease. In this blog post, we

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10 Ways to Protect your kidney

Introduction Your kidney is like a silent hero. Performing their duties behind the scenes, they filter waste from around 200 liters of blood daily. So we discuss effective ways to protect your kidney. But what are we doing to ensure their safety? Welcome to a comprehensive guide where we divulge the secrets of kidney care,

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