Obesity can increase your risk of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD) in both direct and indirect fashion. Individuals who are obese are more likely to develop high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. These health problems are the major risk factors for CKD.  Obesity can cause kidney disease both directly and indirectly; therefore, the obesity […]

Living a healthy lifestyle is an important part of managing Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) doesn’t have to stop your loved one from living the life they’ve always dreamed of. By making a few smart changes to diet, making sure to stay active, and forming some overall healthy habits, patients with CKD […]

Overweightness and obesity are associated with many hemodynamic, structural, and histopathologic alterations in the kidney and with metabolic and biochemical changes that predispose to these abnormalities. Consequent to these disorders, these individuals are more likely to develop chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal failure. Overweight and obese people are more prone to develop albuminuria and, […]

Kidney stones don’t lead to kidney failure often. However, if they cause long-term obstruction of the kidney, they may lead to kidney failure. Kidney stones are a formation of hardened minerals in the kidneys or urinary system. In most cases, kidney stones are formed because of a decrease in urine volume or increase in the minerals that […]

End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) cannot be treated with conventional medical treatment. Dialysis and kidney transplant are the only treatment for this condition. Kidney transplantation means replacement of the failed kidneys with a working kidney from a donor.  What to expect from a Kidney Transplant? Failure of transplant kidney is reported in about 4 percent […]

The kidneys are one of the most amazing organs of our body. Our kidneys’ main work is to remove excess water and toxins from the blood and also maintain and control our blood pressure, to produce red blood cells and keep our bones healthy. Our kidneys control blood stream levels of many minerals and molecules […]

The Urinary bladder is an organ located in the lower part of the abdomen. Its function is to store urine formed from both the kidneys and void it periodically. Like other organs of the body, it gets affected due to diseases such as infection and cancer. Since urine stays in the bladder for a long […]

The kidneys are organs in our body that help in getting rid of waste, while also regulating fluid balance. There are tiny tubules in our kidney called tubules. They help filter the blood and in excreting waste and help make urine. Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) occurs when cancer cells start growing uncontrollably in the lining […]

Diagnosis of prostate cancer can shatter any individual especially if he is otherwise fit & without any symptom. A common scenario occurring in our clinical setting is a man who may be having few urinary symptoms or may have been investigated for any other illness finds himself suffering from cancer of prostate based on test […]

Life expectancy in prostate cancer depends on many factors. These are stage gleason score, histological type and treatment modality. Stage at which prostate cancer is diagnosed is very important. The stage of diagnosis also depends on cancer stage. Surgery and radiotherapy as treatment modalities can be looked into as per the cancer stage and type […]

Prostate Cancer is a major cancer disease affecting men in India. It usually affects men in their older age and all men above the age of 50 yrs are at risk of developing prostate cancer. Recent studies highlight that prostate cancer is the second leading cancer in men in urban areas. The prostate cancer cases […]

The prostate is a walnut-sized gland at the base of the urinary bladder in males & surrounds the urethra. The function of this gland is to produce fluid that transfers sperms during ejaculation.Men usually suffer from urinary obstructive symptoms due to benign enlargement of the prostate as they age. However, sometimes, this enlargement of the […]

Post the mid of 20th Century, it was discovered that smoking isn’t a healthy habit. Smoking adversely affects our body and our circulatory system which comprises of blood vessels, muscles and the organs which transport our blood across the body. Following is an elaboration on the effects that are caused due to smoking and how […]

Kidneys are important organs in one’s body and perform variety of functions most notably removal of toxins and metabolic wastes. Failure of the kidneys results in accumulation of these metabolic waste which creates havoc in human body. Broadly kidney failure can be classified as – (1) Acute Renal Failure (ARF), when the kidney fails suddenly […]

Kidneys are vital organs of our body and perform several important functions. Most of us are well aware of heart attack, brain attacks, however health issues associate with kidneys have remained neglected for many years and with growing incidence of kidney disease, awareness about kidney health and preventive aspects is important. A human body has […]

Kidney disease is a silent killer since often the symptoms are ignored and child presents at advanced stage of the disease. It remains undiagnosed due to ambiguity of signs and symptoms. It is important for parents to observe these signs and discuss the consult specialists at the earliest. Please also note that if your child […]

Kidney disease has acquired a status epidemic in the new era. The number of kidney patients is increasing exponentially, not only in India but also in world. Causes of kidney may be various and finding a cause for kidney disease  is very important. It’s imperative to know the cause of the kidney disease for root […]

There is a distending rise in incidence of chronic kidney disease mainly due to increased prevalence of diabetes and hypertension. Early diagnosis is very important in CKD Patients. In early stage we can cure the disease but as the disease progresses we can just slow the rate of progression but cannot completely cure the disease. […]

Kidney failure is a condition characterized by loss of kidney function and survival is not possible without some external support.Support includes either dialysis or kidney transplant. Most of the patients of kidney failure in India are on dialysis. Dialysis can be of two types – Haemodialysis or  Peritoneal Dialysis. But the most effective treatment for […]

Most of the cases of prostate cancers are not caused because of the inherited cancer genes and even most of the men who suffer from this don’t have a family history regarding this cancer. But sometimes it runs in the families and nearly 5 to 10 % of all cases diagnosed are because of the […]

With adoption of western lifestyle and modern facilities are we heading towards life style disorders ? Is the comfort in our lives endangering our health? We have been able to increase the life expectancy but that bears certain costs. With a gross change in lifestyle and dietary habits there is an ever increasing incidence and […]

Renal Stone and Its Treatment Renal stone is one of the common genitourinary diseases and affects nearly in 1 in 2 individual patients in India. Stone disease also has been linked to systematic conditions. Hypertension and diabetes have been associated with increased risk of stone disease. With the increase in   prevalence of stone disease, the cost associated with […]

With changes in our lifestyle and dietary habits, there is a growing incidence of Diabetes and Hypertension. These two common disorders are the major risk factors for the onset of Kidney Disease. Understand Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) : Classically Chronic Kidney Disease has been defined as impairment of kidney function for more than 3 months […]

Taking into consideration the medical condition of Mr. Abhijeet, the diagnosis of Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5 was the shock of their life. His life appeared to have come to an end. Being a dynamic entrepreneur of just 52 years, a father of two daughters there were thousands and thousands of thoughts flashing in his […]

Discussing sexual health issues is a taboo in our society. Due to the baggage associated with the topic many men and women don’t come forward and seek professional medical advice or help. Due to this their personal lives get affected. Sexual health or patterns are exceptionally important in our life. No matter how much we […]

Sexual Health is an issue that is personal to most of us. We as Indians also refrain from discussing our sexual preferences, behaviour or health issue with our family, friends or even doctors. However it is recommended that you seek the assistance of specialists such as Urologists that specialise in sexual health issues. These doctors […]

Erectile dysfunction is a disorder in which a person is not able to have an erection sufficient enough for intercourse. This term is synonymous with impotence.  A common myth is that a person with erectile dysfunction cannot have children. This belief prevents many people from getting married. The fact is that the ability to have […]

The prostate gland is situated below the bladder and surrounds the urethra or the tube that drains urine out of the bladder. The purpose of this gland in the body it to produce semen and its secretions contain important enzymes and nutrients that are needed by the sperms to fertilize the egg. Once the reproductive […]

Male menopause is the term used to describe the hormonal changes that may occur in some men as they become older, essentially signifying a decrease in level of male hormone –  testosterone. Male menopause, in true sense is a misnomer. While female menopause is inevitable & sets in rapidly at a particular age, in males, […]

Kidney Transplant should be considered as the 1st resort rather than the last resort for patients who have End Stage Kidney Failure (CKD Stage 5). It has several advantages over long term dialysis. The fear of going through surgery should be overcome with the positive feedbacks and results of the transplants. If you have a […]

Kidney Transplant is a specialised procedure that includes the transplantation of a healthy kidney from a donor into a diseased person suffering from chronic kidney failure. The diseased kidney is not removed and hence the recipient ends up having 3 kidneys . Kidney Transplant is a major surgical procedure involving 2 surgeries at the same […]

Kidney transplant remains the treatment of choice for patients who have suffered permanent damage to the kidneys and when their function is < 15% of normal or for those who require life long dialysis. Medically we call this condition as Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5. However, kidney transplant is not all a simple process. It […]

Prostate specific antigen(PSA) is a tumor marker. It was isolated and purified by Ablin in 1970. But its use started only after one decade of its isolation. Now it is commonly used as tumor marker for prostate cancer screening. PSA is organ specific that means it is liberated from prostate but not disease specific. Raised […]

Patients who have progressed to Stage 5 CKD or say End Stage Renal Failure (ESRD) would need some form of intervention to sustain their lives. The options available to them are: Kidney Transplantation Haemodialysis Peritoneal Dialysis Kidney Transplant: This is the treatment of choice for patients with ESRD. In Kidney transplantation, a kidney is donated […]

Treatment depends on type of stone, the size and the duration since you have had the symptoms. There are different treatments to choose from. It is important to talk to your urologist about what is best for you. Wait for the stone to pass by itself Medication Surgery Surgery may be needed to remove a […]

Kidney stone is one of the common and oldest problems of the urinary tract. About 35 in every 100 people get a stone at some point in their life. The incidences of renal stones among Indian population are rising due to change in dietary habits, changes in lifestyle. Race, gender and ethnicity play a role […]

The rising epidemic of Diabetes, Hypertension are responsible for the prevelance of Chronic Kidney Disease. Today we are living in the fast food and fast life world. Our kids are surrounded with processed food and they chose to snack high calorie food in front of a computer or TV instead of going out to play. […]

A traffic jam in one part of the city can create chaos in the rest. This is an everyday happening that you witness. Jam packed roads, hour long traffic jams due to some road block. Your heart and kidneys are also connected in the same way. Visualize your body as a network of roads, taking […]

Presentation of Renal Stone Disease ranges widely from asymptomatic to severe renal colic, meaning that the symptoms could be silent or evident in the form of pain or appearance of any abnormality. There may be other symptoms like hematuria ( the presence of blood in urine) ,nausea, vomiting and fever. Some patients may have vague […]

World Kidney Day is celebrated on second Thursday of March each year. The main purpose to celebrate this occasion is to increase awareness among general population regarding kidney disease. Considering increasing number of kidney patients each day and considering cost and trauma faced by patients and their relatives especially in advance renal disease, its very […]

With growing incidences of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension, there has been a rise in the prevalence of Kidney Diseases. It is expected that by 2020 CKD would contribute 66.7% of all deaths in our country. It is a major health problem, leading cause of mortality and morbidity. It accounts for 60% of deaths worldwide and […]

Due to current work stress or age you may not be as agile and active as you were before. However you may not be able to understand the reason for your dysfunctional sex life. Erectile dysfunction (ED) can occur for many reasons. Sometimes it is as simple as the side effect of a particular medication. But […]

If you’ve experienced ED, you know you are not alone. Just flipping on the TV or through the digital adverts will tell you that. Ads for Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis abound. We need to understand that there might be a problem, hence there is a demand. What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)? Erectile Dysfunction is a condition that highlights […]

The word ‘cancer’ is extremely disturbing for any person as it is usually associated with prolonged illness, morbidity & above all the risk of losing the life. Prostate Cancer is the second most common type of cancer and the sixth leading cause of cancer death among men worldwide. The few commonly asked queries regarding prostate […]

Today’s life is fast, swift and at the same time result oriented. However this fast paced lifestyle has put the most important aspect under risk – Your life and your health. Majority of people settle with self medication, self neglect and postpone their doctor appointment. Preventive health checks are avoided and one misses the warning […]

If you have unexplained swelling on our feet, ankles and hands accompanied with fatigue and weakness, it’s better not to blame it on old age and in fact give your kidney’s some importance. If you are experiencing any of the below mentioned symptoms, then you might be heading towards CKD: Changes in urination — making […]

A Kidney Transplant is a surgical procedure in which a healthy kidney from a donor is placed into another person whose kidneys have stopped functioning. Kidney Transplant is performed when a patient has severe

A kidney stone is like a small rock that forms in the kidney. Stones form when certain chemicals in the body clump together. A stone can either stay in the kidney or travel through the urinary system by passing though the

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition characterised by gradual loss of kidney function over time. If kidney disease remains undetected the wastes can build in high levels in your blood. One can develop complications like