Introduction Uses How does it work ? Dosages Adverse effects Contraindications Frequently asked questions
SILODOSIN
Uses of silodosin Dosage in general population only for adults The drug is available in the form of capsules ,with oral mode of administration after the meals,the half life of the drug is around 11-13 hours Dosage in renal patients Dosage in children and women Side effects Others include Drug interactions Brands Storage and precautions Conclusion Frequently asked questions
TESTS FOR PROTEIN IN URINE OR BLOOD
Urine albumin to creatinine ratio Urine albumin excretion rate Microalbuminuria: Macroalbuminuria: Clinical significance Random microalbumunuria Urine protein-creatinine ratio Temporarily greater protein concentrations in your urine might happen as a result of the following: Physically demanding exercise. Dehydration. Pregnancy. Infection. Stress. 24 hours urine albumin Normal: 0–29 mg per day Slightly raised: 30–300 mg per day Much raised: >300 mg per day FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
RENAL ANGIOMYOLIPOMA
OVERVIEW ETIOLOGY EPIDEMIOLOGY TYPES OF ANGIOMYOLIPOMA Based on cells and tissues, there are three types Classic (triphasic) AMLs: consist of fat, smooth muscle, and blood vessels. monophasic AMLs: composed of any one type of tissue, such as fat or smooth muscle, Epithelioid angiomyolipomas: The majority of the cells in these angiomyolipomas line the blood vessels in your kidneys (epithelioid cells). There may be an increased risk of cancer from certain tumors. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS 40% …
RENAL ENDOCRINOLOGY
INTRODUCTION Renin Aldosterone Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosteron System or RAAS Antidiuretic Hormone or Vasopressin Calcitriol Erythropoietin or EPO Kallikrein Prostaglandins Endothelins Adrenomedullin or AM Frequently asked questions
Polyuria
1. What is Polyuria ? 2. What are the Symptoms and Signs of Polyuria? 3. What are the causes of Polyuria? The most common cause of polyuria is diabetes mellitus where the blood sugar levels are extremely high due to improper filtering of blood glucose resulting in elimination of larger amounts of glucose in urine The other causes include 4. How to Diagnose Polyuria? 5. What are the possible complications of polyuria ? 6. What …
Lithium Nephrotoxicity
1. What is lithium? 2. How does lithium cause negative effects on the kidneys ? 3. What are the side effects of using lithium as a therapeutic drug? 4. What are the signs and symptoms? Polyuria -increased urine output than usual Polydipsia -increased thirst Nocturia Nausea Vomiting Lethargy Tremors Confusion Agitation Delirium Hypertonia Coma Seizures Hypothermia Swelling Renal insufficiency Dehydration due to increased loss of water through urine Dry mouth Tachycardia Hypertension(postural) Hypernatremia Mood swings …
Kidney Health testing procedures
1. Urine tests Dipstick urine test Urine albumin to creatinine (UCAR) Note:If the diabetes is noticed priorly with good maintenance or control it is earlier to have lower values Blood tests Serum creatinine Estimated Glomerular filtration rate(eGFR) Blood urea nitrogen Kidney ultrasound Renal biopsy Frequently asked questions
Kidney health for all
Some of Them include; How Does it All Connected with Kidney health? 1. Government should include emergency plans in managing and detecting non communicable diseases/NCDs and working towards the favor of prevention 2. Should be prepared at all times with emergency kits, food ,water ,medicines and their health records 3. Policy makers should take consideration of integrated and collaborative healthcare policies and schemes that support and prioritize the vulnerable or people at risk. 4. There …
How to take care of the hemodialysis catheter?
The hemodialysis catheters should be taken care to prevent the possible infections and clots formation in the veins and arteries where the access is created Catheter cleaning and safety usage The following step includes What happens when the catheter fails to perform well? Treatment What happens if you treat clot or infections early ? Patient role to take care of catheter? Frequently asked questions