Question 1

Hi sir/madam, Today, my father had kidney tests and the results showed a creatinine level of 1.7. The doctor advised immediate admission for dialysis and treatment. Can you please explain what this means and how we can manage or improve his condition?

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Creatinine level of 1.7 indicates impaired kidney function. Dialysis is a common treatment for kidney failure to help remove waste and excess fluid from the blood. Your father may need regular dialysis sessions to support his kidney function. In addition to dialysis, medications such as Furosemide and Erythropoietin may be prescribed to manage symptoms and improve kidney function. It is important for your father to follow a low-salt diet, stay hydrated, and attend regular medical check-ups. Follow your doctor's advice closely for the best outcome.

Question 2

Ive been going to the toilet multiple times a day for the last 4 days. Im not sure whats going on. Should I see a doctor for this? If yes, which specialist should I book an appointment with?

Accepted Answer

Visit Urologist for evaluation and appropriate management

Question 3

I have a 16mm stone in my left kidney and a 6mm stone in my right kidney. Is it possible to remove them without surgery?

Accepted Answer

The 6mm stone in your right kidney is likely to pass on its own with hydration and medical expulsive therapy, but the 16mm stone in your left kidney is larger and less likely to pass naturally; for the larger stone, surgeon may recommend shock wave lithotripsy (SWL), ureteroscopy, or percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) to break up or remove the stone, depending on its composition, location, and your overall health; consult a urologist or nephrologist

Question 4

Hi Doctor, Ive been diagnosed with a 1.5 cm right renal simple upper polar cortical cyst. Theres no evidence of hydronephrosis or calculus, and I was told theres minimal free fluid in the pelvis. What kind of treatment is required for this, and is it...

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Treatment for a simple kidney cyst depends on whether it's causing symptoms or blocking urine or blood flow: No symptoms: A doctor may monitor the cyst periodically. Symptoms: A health care provider may recommend treatment, such as:Sclerotherapy: A long needle is used to puncture the cyst under ultrasound guidance, then the cyst is drained and filled with a solution to harden it. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis with local anesthesia. Laparoscopy: A surgeon uses a laparoscope, a tube with a small video camera, to locate the cyst. The cyst is drained, then removed or burned. This procedure is performed in a hospital with general anesthesia and may require a one or two day stay.

Question 5

Ive been diagnosed with three 10mm kidney stones, and one of them has dropped into my bladder. The other two are still on the way. Im taking Alfuzosin to help me urinate and drinking plenty of fluids, but Im wondering when and how Ill be able to pass...

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Question 6

I have an 8mm stone in the upper pole of my kidney and a 9mm stone at the vesicoureteric junction. Can these stones be treated without surgery?

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The 8mm stone in the upper pole kidney and the 9mm stone at the vesicoureteric junction (VUJ) may be treatable without surgery, depending on symptoms and stone composition; options include Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) to break down the stones, or medical expulsive therapy (MET) with medications like alpha-blockers to help pass the stones naturally; however, consult a urologist to determine the best course of treatment based on your specific situation.

Hi sir/madam, Today, my father had kidney tests and the results showed a creatinine level of 1.7. The doctor advised immediate admission for dialysis and treatment. Can you please explain what this means and how we can manage or improve his condition?

Hi sir/madam, Today, my father had kidney tests and the results showed a creatinine level of 1.7. The doctor advised immediate admission for dialysis and treatment. Can you please explain what this means and how we can manage or improve his condition?

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