Nephrotic Syndrome
Expert treatment for kidney filtration disorders.
Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder characterized by a group of symptoms including heavy proteinuria, low blood protein levels, high cholesterol, swelling, and foamy urine. It results from damage to the glomeruli in the kidneys.
Symptoms to Watch For
Heavy proteinuria (>3.5 g/day)
Hypoalbuminemia (low blood albumin)
Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)
Edema (swelling, especially around eyes and legs)
Foamy urine
Weight gain from fluid retention
Treatment Options
ACE inhibitors or ARBs to reduce proteinuria
Immunosuppressive therapy for specific causes
Diuretics for edema management
Statins for cholesterol control
Anticoagulation for clot prevention
Dietary modifications (low sodium, adequate protein)
When to See Dr. Rajesh Goel for Nephrotic Syndrome
Schedule an Immediate Consultation If You Experience:
- Symptoms are worsening despite current treatment
- New or unexplained symptoms develop
- You need a second opinion on diagnosis
- Your current treatment isn't showing results
- You want to explore advanced treatment options
Risk Factors
You may be at higher risk for nephrotic syndrome if you have:
- Diabetes or high blood pressure
- Family history of kidney disease
- Obesity or metabolic syndrome
- Age over 60 years
- History of cardiovascular disease
- Long-term use of NSAIDs or certain medications
- Recurrent kidney infections
Dr. Goel's Diagnostic Approach
Dr. Rajesh Goel uses advanced diagnostic tools including:
- Comprehensive blood work (creatinine, BUN, electrolytes)
- Urinalysis and urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio
- Kidney ultrasound and Doppler studies
- GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate) assessment
- Kidney biopsy when indicated
- CT scan for complex cases
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Why Patients Trust Dr. Rajesh Goel
- 20+ years of specialized nephrology experience
- DM Nephrology from a premier medical institute
- Treated 10,000+ kidney patients successfully
- Advanced fellowship in kidney transplantation
- Multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals
- State-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment facilities
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