NEPHROLOGY / UROLOGY
NEPHROLOGY / UROLOGY
Nephrology and urology are both medical specialties dealing with the urinary system, but they focus on different aspects. Nephrology focuses on kidney diseases and their treatment, while urology deals with the entire urinary tract and male reproductive organs. Urologists may treat conditions like kidney stones, urinary tract infections, and prostate issues, while nephrologists specialize in kidney-related conditions like chronic kidney disease and kidney failure.
Nephrology deals with condition of kidney related that includes its diagnosis and treatment.
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD):
A condition that results in gradual loss of kidney function.
- Kidney Stones:
Crystals that form in the kidneys.
- Kidney Failure:
When the kidneys are unable to adequately filter waste from the blood.
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension):
Often linked to kidney problems.
Urology is a surgical specialty that focuses on the urinary tract and male reproductive organs. Urologists treat conditions including:
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs):
Infections affecting the urinary tract.
- Kidney Stones:
Urologists may perform procedures to remove them.
- Prostate Issues:
Conditions like benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate).
- Bladder Issues:
Such as incontinence and overactive bladder.
- Male Reproductive System Issues:
Such as infertility and erectile dysfunction.
OUR SPECIALISTS
Dr. Limesh
MD, DNB(Nephro)
Dr. Nagabhushan
MS, MCH(Uro)
Dr. Kruthika Hemanth
MD, DNB (Nephrology), MRCP