Dr. Deepak Kumar (MBBS, MD, DM) is a well known Consultant-Nephrology. He is having extensive clinical experience in living and deceased donor kidney transplants. Get health updates and learn about new research and experience in Nephrology with this website.
Dr Deepak Kumar is now serving full-time as Consultant-Nephrology in the Medanta Hospital, Patna.
Dr Deepak joined August 2022 to Decenber 2022 in the Neotia Get Well hospital and served as Consultant_Nephrology.
Dr Deepak served full time in the Mediversal Hospital from Aug 2021 to July 2022 where his role was the HOD and Consultant- Nephrology.
Dr. Deepak Kumar has done MBBS from Patna Medical College & Hospital popularly known as PMCH which is one of most reputed Government-run Medical Institution in India, if not Bihar. Later on he pursued his PG in General medicine from RIMS Ranchi and DM (Nephrology) from B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad. He also has several publications in top journals on medical science.
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Nephrology is a specialty within the internal medicine field related to kidney care. It is often connected with hypertension or high blood pressure.
The most common form of kidney disease is chronic kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease is a long-term condition that doesn’t improve over time. It’s commonly caused by high blood pressure.
Kidney stones are another common kidney problem. They occur when minerals and other substances in the blood crystallize in the kidneys, forming solid masses (stones). Kidney stones usually come out of the body during urination. Passing kidney stones can be extremely painful, but they rarely cause significant problems.
Glomerulonephritis is an inflammation of the glomeruli. Glomeruli are extremely small structures inside the kidneys that filter the blood. Glomerulonephritis can be caused by infections, drugs, or congenital abnormalities (disorders that occur during or shortly after birth). It often gets better on its own.
Polycystic kidney disease is a genetic disorder that causes numerous cysts (small sacs of fluid) to grow in the kidneys. These cysts can interfere with kidney function and cause kidney failure. (It’s important to note that individual kidney cysts are fairly common and almost always harmless. Polycystic kidney disease is a separate, more serious condition.)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are bacterial infections of any part of the urinary system. Infections in the bladder and urethra are the most common. They are easily treatable and rarely lead to more health problems. However, if left untreated, these infections can spread to the kidneys and cause kidney failure.
It depends on which type of dialysis you are receiving. Many people need hemodialysis about three times a week, with each session taking about four hours. Peritoneal dialysis varies a bit more. It can either be done in about an hour, several times a day, or overnight while you are asleep. You cannot postpone or delay dialysis treatments. It’s very important to keep to the treatment schedule your doctor recommends.
If you are on dialysis or need to support your kidney function so that you don’t need dialysis as frequently, you should eat a “heart-healthy” diet to help protect your kidneys. This diet is low in salt, potassium, and fat. It is rich in fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, and lean protein. Your doctor can put you in touch with a registered dietitian, who can help you design a meal plan that is safe and healthy, while still being something you can maintain long-term. Many patients also need to manage and monitor their fluid intake while on dialysis.
our kidneys filter your blood and produce urine. Having chronic kidney disease means your kidneys are damaged and cannot do their job as well as they should. Certain lifestyle changes and other treatments can help prevent or slow damage to the kidneys.
Early on, chronic kidney disease may not cause any symptoms. That's because the damage to your kidneys is still mild. Your kidneys also can make up for this damage by working even harder. Tests, including urine and blood tests, are the only way to detect kidney disease at this early stage. Symptoms of kidney disease include nausea, weakness, fatigue, trouble sleeping, swelling in the feet and ankles, and changes in bathroom habits. However, most people don’t notice symptoms until the kidney damage is severe
You can slow down kidney damage by keeping your blood pressure and blood sugar levels under control. This may mean taking medication. It’s also important to get regular exercise and maintain a healthy weight. This can help reduce your blood pressure. Exercise also helps keep blood sugar levels steady. Another way to ease the burden on your kidneys is to cut back on salt and protein. Also cut back on foods high in phosphorous and potassium. If you smoke, it’s important to quit.
