Kidney stones are hard deposits, often composed of minerals, that form in your kidneys and can lead to excruciating pain when passing through the urinary tract. They can occur quite frequently, but are easily manageable with the right lifestyle changes and medical treatment. At Southern Oklahoma Kidney Center, we specialize in providing patients with expert … Read more
End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is the most advanced stage of chronic kidney disease, during which the kidneys have nearly all function ceased and can no longer filter waste products from blood. At this stage, a kidney transplant or dialysis becomes mandatory in order to live. While understanding dialysis options may be overwhelming at first, facing … Read more
For patients suffering from end-stage renal disease (ESRD), a kidney transplant can be life-altering. It surpasses the benefits provided by dialysis in offering enhanced freedom, life quality, and longevity. Even so, there is a detailed and at times convoluted preparatory phase that needs to be completed first. At southernokc.com, we guide our patients through each … Read more
Diabetic nephropathy or diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is a frequent and severe complication associated with diabetes. It impairs the kidneys’ waste filtering capability, resulting in a gradual decline of kidney function throughout the years. On a positive note, taking proactive measures can delay or even halt its progression. Here at Southern Oklahoma Kidney Center, we … Read more
High blood pressure, or hypertension, impacts more than just your heart; it is one of the leading causes of kidney damage, frequently advancing without noticeable symptoms until significant complications develop. The connection between hypertension and kidney health is so critical that safeguarding one often means safeguarding the other. At the Southern Oklahoma Kidney Center (SOKC), … Read more
Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) is a type of kidney replacement therapy which patients can safely and effectively do at home. Different from in-center hemodialysis, PD utilizes the lining of the abdomen as a filter to separate waste from blood. It provides independence, flexibility, and an enhanced quality of life. At Southern Oklahoma Kidney Center, our nephrology … Read more
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is defined as the sudden reduction in kidney function over the course of several hours to days. Unlike chronic kidney disease, AKI has the potential to resolve if appropriate measures are taken within a timely window. It poses significant health risks and requires immediate intervention to prevent irreversible harm. At Southern … Read more
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) can be tough to live with, but patients who have a consistent daily care routine are able to slow its progression and live healthier lives. CKD alters the way your kidneys filter waste from your blood, and controlling it requires balancing between lifestyle choices, diet, and medical care. At Southern Oklahoma … Read more
For a long time, kidney care stuck to a familiar path — meds, routine dialysis, and, if needed, a transplant later on. But now, things are changing. Fast. At Southern Oklahoma Kidney Center, we are watching a wave of new possibilities take shape. These changes matter because they do not just treat. They aim to … Read more
It is one thing to have high blood pressure. It is another when that pressure quietly starts damaging your kidneys. The two are more connected than most people realize. At Southern Oklahoma Kidney Center, we see how hypertension and kidney disease often fuel each other, and why catching the link early can save both your … Read more
