Q: Which doctor should I consult for kidney problems?
A: A nephrologist is a doctor who specializes in treating kidney diseases.
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Q: What are the symptoms of chronic kidney disease?
A: Consult your doctor regularly and get all information regarding CKD or any signs and symptoms to help detect it early. Symptoms of kidney disease include -
- Puffiness around the eyes and face
- Swollen feet, ankles and hand
- Fatigue and weakness
- Decrease in appetite
- Nausea
- Blood in urine or foamy urine
- Change in the frequency of urination
Q: Can a person have kidney disease without any symptoms?
A: Yes, usually patients with kidney problem do not show any symptoms in the initial stages. Hence, it’s mandatory that you get yourself tested if you have any risk factors.
Q: What are the stages of kidney disease?
A: There are 5 stages of kidney disease:
- Stage 1 Early signs of kidney damage (protein in the urine) with normal GFR (90 or above)
- Stage 2 Mild Kidney damage with GFR 60 to 89
- Stage 3 Moderate Kidney damage with GFR 30 to 59
- Stage 4 Severe Kidney damage with GFR 15 to 29
- Stage 5 Kidney failure, GFR less than 15
