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Dr. Jose Lozano

Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist)

Dr. Jose Lozano is a top Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) in Beaumont , . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Jose Lozano is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Jose Lozano is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Jose Lozano is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Beaumont , Texas, Dr. Jose Lozano is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
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My mother is dealing with fluid retention in her body despite taking lasix. What can she do?

Possible reasons: Lasix of 60 mgrs is probably not enough for the degree of kidney failure, CKD is probably type IV or V. Excessive intake of salt . Excessive intake of fluid. READ MORE
Possible reasons: Lasix of 60 mgrs is probably not enough for the degree of kidney failure, CKD is probably type IV or V. Excessive intake of salt . Excessive intake of fluid. Progression of Disease causing the Kidney Failure, associated problems such as heart failure, liver disease

When is dialysis actually required?

Uremic symptoms that include, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, unable to concentrate, easily tired, insomnia , refractory itching, shortness of breath often associated with READ MORE
Uremic symptoms that include, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, unable to concentrate, easily tired, insomnia , refractory itching, shortness of breath often associated with a serum creatinine of 4-5 mgrs%, Potassium of 5.0 , Serum Bicarbonate of 15 Men/liter commonly indicative of metabolic acidosis, anemia with hemoglobin of 9 or less. GFR: 15 or less

Is high creatinine treated as a medical emergency?

A creatinine of 6.9 mgrs % is indication for dialysis ASAP, particularly if associated with a Potassium higher of 5.5 mgrs% and or acidosis of 7.2 ph or less, serum Bicarbonate READ MORE
A creatinine of 6.9 mgrs % is indication for dialysis ASAP, particularly if associated with a Potassium higher of 5.5 mgrs% and or acidosis of 7.2 ph or less, serum Bicarbonate of 16 or less, presence of Heart Failure, confusion, disorientation, nausea, vomiting...There may be a potentially correctable factor that can be determined after the acute process. Most likely this person is suffering from chronic kidney failure and will require chronic dialysis

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What is the impact high blood pressure can have on my renal function?

Uncontrolled hypertension is one of the common causes of CKD. There is some discrepancy among experts about the ideal level of control. But, on a practical basis ideal control READ MORE
Uncontrolled hypertension is one of the common causes of CKD. There is some discrepancy among experts about the ideal level of control. But, on a practical basis ideal control of hypertension, when there is no known cause is 140/90 or less in persons with essential hypertension, (not known cause, if they are 60 yrs older or less.130/80 for 60 age or >. 110/70 in Diabetics

My mom is suffering blood in urine. Is it due to UTI or Xarelto?

Most likely is Xarelto. However, she should also be seen by a urologist, who will determine the need for a cystoscopy and a renal ultrasound. On several occasions, those procedures READ MORE
Most likely is Xarelto. However, she should also be seen by a urologist, who will determine the need for a cystoscopy and a renal ultrasound. On several occasions, those procedures will determine the etiology without a doubt. I cannot eliminate the possibility of another condition, causing hematuria (blood in the urine).


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