Nephrotic syndrome can sneak up on you and can be the worst kind of surprise. That’s why being able to recognize the early signs, even the ones that feel totally minor, is just so important. When symptoms first pop up, they often feel mild. Maybe you think they’re unrelated to your health entirely. But here’s … Read more
Two specialists may be mentioned when it comes to kidney problems. The nephrologist and probably the urologist. It is quite natural to question what all of them do. The thing is that these doctors indeed should cooperate. This partnership is vital to complete Kidney Care. Learning about how a urologist and nephrologist work together will … Read more
It is a bit mysterious when it comes to knowing what is going on in your body when it comes to kidney health. Kidneys silently perform their work, meaning they filter waste and balance fluids, and then something goes wrong. That is where diagnostic tests in nephrology come in. They are like a flash in … Read more
Kids are resilient, but sometimes their bodies have quirks adults never face. Their kidneys, for instance, are tiny powerhouses that are still growing and still learning how to function properly. You can’t treat them like adult kidneys; it just wouldn’t work. That’s where Pediatric Nephrology comes in. At SouthernOKC, children in Ardmore, OK, and Gainesville, … Read more
You’ve probably heard about proteinuria and kidney damage; however, maybe it’s still a bit fuzzy what that means. Proteinuria is a condition in which protein can be found in your urine, which most likely should not be the case since your kidneys are supposed to perform their functions. It is usually one of the initial … Read more
