Medical Advice on "Nephrology"

What are the possible causes of low aldosterone levels?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Regarding your high level of renin and low level of aldosterone, I think you have adrenal gland hyperplasia. You can do an adrenal gland ultrasound because I believe this is connected to your ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Can a kidney function normally with a high creatinine level?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. To help you better I need further details. Since how long is she suffering from this? How are her blood pressure and blood sugar? How is her urine output? Where is she located? Revert with the asked details for better...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney

Is it concerning to have pain on right side of the back?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. In your brother's report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), I can see some kidney dysfunction as well as urinary tract infection. So, I would recommend you to get his urine c...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney

Is surgery needed for bilateral fetal hydronephrosis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. No, it is not life threatning. It has to be serially monitored every 15 days. Any intervention is usually successful after birth only and exact nature of urine obstruction also becomes clear after birth only. Thank you.  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Krishna Somani

What causes excessive thirst and frequent urination?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your detailed reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Lithium commonly causes two types of renal disease, namely nephrogenic diabetes insipidus and chronic tubulointerstitial nephriti...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Pankaj Jawandhiya

Is the size difference between my two kidneys within the normal range?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and will help you with your query. Based on the provided information, your right kidney measures approximately 3.74 inches, and your left kidney measures approximately 4.33 inches. While...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vandana Andrews

Does lower back pain indicate kidney failure?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Stop Tablet. Envas (Enalapril) immediately, and check your weight and blood pressure daily. If fever persists, then Tablet.Dytor plus (Spironolactone and Torasemide) also needs to be reduced. High creatinine of 1.4...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Krishna Somani

What is the treatment of kidney stones?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need not worry as the kidney stone is small in size and non-obstructive. No medicines are required at all. Just drink plenty of fluids and the stone would pass easily. I hope it helps you. If you have any ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney

My abdomen hurts, and I vomit after eating. What to do?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through all your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have a urinary infection, which is causing all your symptoms of vomiting and abdominal pain. The kidney are not removing toxins from y...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Pankaj Jawandhiya

Can kidney function return to normal after being diagnosed with CKD?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Some improvement may be there. It may be over optimistic. Thank you.  View thread »

Answered by Dr. J. N. Naidu