10 Common Bone Problems – When to Worry and When to See a Doctor Here are 10 common bone problems, including their definitions, symptoms, and guidance on when to worry and when to see a doctor: 1. Osteoporosis What it is: A condition where bones become weak and brittle, leading to increased risk of fractures. Symptoms: […]
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10 Common Back Problems – When to Worry and When to See a Doctor Herniated (‘slipped’) disc – a common cause of back pain Here are 10 common back problems, including their definitions, symptoms, and guidance on when to worry and when to see a doctor. 1. Herniated (Slipped’) Disc What it is: A condition […]
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10 Common Liver Problems – When to Worry and When to See a Doctor Here are 10 common liver problems, their symptoms, when to worry, and when to see a doctor: 1. Fatty Liver (or NASH; non-alcoholic steatohepatitis) What it is: A condition where there is an excessive build-up of fat in the liver Symptoms: […]
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10 Common Skin Problems – When to Worry and When to See a Doctor Here are 10 common skin problems, when to worry, and when to see a doctor. 1. Acne What it is: A common skin condition where hair follicles become blocked by oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria, often triggered by hormonal changes […]
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10 Common Brain Problems – When to Worry and When to See a Doctor Here are 10 common brain problems; when to worry, and when to see a doctor: 1. Memory Loss Symptoms: Forgetting recently learned information, important dates, or events; repeatedly asking for the same information; trouble with problem-solving When to worry: If memory […]
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Who should be referred to a nephrologist (kidney doctor)? People with CKD Stage 4 .. primarily. That is the short answer. In the UK, you cannot refer yourself directly to a nephrologist (a hospital-based kidney doctor). This has to be done by your GP. You should see a nephrologist if your GFR (glomerular filtration rate, the […]
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Who needs to see a kidney specialist (nephrologist)? There are two types of kidney specialist. A nephrologist is a doctor who specialises in diagnosing and treating kidney conditions. They are from a group of hospital doctors called physicians, who do not do operations. You might need to see a nephrologist if you have (or are […]
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Who needs a kidney transplant? A kidney transplant is needed by some individuals with advanced CKD (Stage 5). This is also called end-stage renal failure (ESRF); where the kidneys have lost nearly all their ability to function – and wastes and excess fluids in the blood cannot be removed effectively from the body. Causes of […]
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Who needs to have dialysis? Most people with CKD, AKI and other kidney diseases do not need dialysis. A few do. Dialysis is an artificial way of carrying out the work of a normal kidney (i.e. to remove excess wastes and water from the body). There are two main forms of dialysis: haemodialysis (HD) and […]
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Who needs a kidney biopsy? How a kidney biopsy is done Most people with kidney disease do not need a kidney biopsy. It is an unusual investigation. They are organised by a hospital kidney doctor called a nephrologist. A kidney biopsy is recommended for certain kidney problems. These are the 5 indications for a kidney […]
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