Question 1

Where does Dr. Alan Almeida practice?

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Dr. Alan Almeida practices at Hinduja Hospital - Mahim.

Question 2

What does Dr. Alan Almeida specialises in ?

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Dr. Alan Almeida specialises as Nephrologist/Renal Specialist.

Question 3

Who is Dr. Alan Almeida?

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Dr. Alan Almeida is a Nephrologist/Renal Specialist in Mahim, Mumbai Dr. Alan Almeida practices at Hinduja Hospital in Mahim, Mumbai.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 4

Who is a nephrologist?

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A nephrologist is a medical professional specialized in diagnosis, treatment and management of kidney-related conditions.

Question 5

Can a nephrologist treat urinary tract infection?

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A nephrologist only treats kidney disorders; a urinary tract infection that has spread to the kidneys can be treated by a nephrologist. However, a regular physician too can treat a urinary tract infection.

Question 6

Does a nephrologist perform a kidney transplant?

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A nephrologist who is trained in transplant surgical procedures of the kidney can perform a kidney transplant. A nephrosurgeon can do this. However, a nephrologist cannot perform such surgeries.

Question 7

For what symptoms should I go to a nephrologist?

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If you are suffering from conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease or have a family history of kidney disease, symptoms like burning in the urine, blood in the urine, dribbling of urine, etc. then you should see a nephrologist to check for the risk of kidney problems.

Question 8

Can a nephrologist treat kidney stone?

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Yes, a nephrologist can treat kidney stones. He is specialied to treat such conditions with the help of hydrotherapy, medicines and if needed may advice for a surgery.

Question 9

What should I expect from my first visit to a nephrologist?

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When you are visiting a nephrologist for the first time, he will take a detailed history of your present and past health status, do a thorough physical examnation and may ask you to go for blood and urine tests to asses the functioning of your kidneys. He may even advice X-ray, CT or MRI scan to confirm the diagnosis.

Question 10

How does a nephrologist diagnose kidney disorders?

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A nephrologist detects kidney disorders using history, physical examination and blood and urine samples. He may order for tests like blood urea, blood glucose, urine routine, urine culture, X-ray or sonography of the kidneys, CT or MRI scan of the kidneys, etc. to diagnose disorders. Serum creatinine, and uric acid might be ordered too for testing.

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