A nephrologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats diseases related to the kidneys, including chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney failure, hypertension-related kidney problems, electrolyte imbalances, and dialysis or transplant-related care.
You should consult a nephrologist if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, abnormal kidney function tests, swelling in your legs or face, or if your general physician recommends kidney evaluation. Early consultation helps slow or prevent progression to kidney failure.
Common early signs include fatigue, swelling (especially in the legs and ankles), changes in urination, high blood pressure, nausea, and shortness of breath. Since kidney disease is often silent, regular screening is important if you're at risk.
CKD is managed through lifestyle changes, controlling underlying conditions like diabetes and hypertension, medications, and regular monitoring. In advanced stages, dialysis or a kidney transplant may be necessary.
Yes, Dr. Madhav H Hande is a trained transplant physician and manages pre-transplant evaluation, post-transplant care, and complex cases including ABO-incompatible and sensitized kidney transplants at Manipal Hospitals, Whitefield.
Dialysis is a treatment that removes waste and fluid from your blood when your kidneys can no longer do so. You may need dialysis if your kidney function drops below 10–15% or if you have symptoms like fluid overload, fatigue, or difficulty breathing.
While most chronic kidney diseases can’t be reversed, their progression can often be slowed significantly with timely treatment, lifestyle changes, and regular nephrologist consultations. Some acute kidney injuries (AKI) can be reversible if treated early.
Yes, Dr. Madhav is available for second opinions related to kidney disease, dialysis planning, transplant eligibility, and complex case management. You can schedule an appointment through Manipal Hospitals.
Yes, through ABO-incompatible kidney transplant protocols, Dr. Madhav helps eligible patients receive kidneys from blood group–mismatched donors using desensitization techniques.
You can book an appointment via the Manipal Hospitals portal here or call the hospital at 1800 102 5555.
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