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Dr. Tariq Javed, MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist)
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Dr. Tariq Javed, MD
- VISALIA, CA
- Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan
- Accepting new patients
Kidney Disease
Healthy kidneys remove extra water and waste from the blood, help control blood pressure, keep body chemicals in balance, help produce red blood cells, and keep bones strong....
Dialysis?
You need a nephrologist to admit and write orders for dialysis and manage day to day treatments
With a chronic kidney problem, how long can you continue without dialysis?
If she is on dialysis, she should not travel without plans to be dialyzed at the destination if she is going away more than 2 days. Consult her nephrologist.
Why will protein consumption worsen my kidneys?
Studies showed high protein use worsens kidney function.
What can I do to maintain a healthy kidney for my child?
-Good amount of water use
-Low sodium diet
-Exercise
-Low sodium diet
-Exercise
About kidney transplant life span
Average is 10 years
Can a UTI lead to kidney damage?
May need kidney ultrasound. May need long-term antibiotics for prophylaxis. Yes, recurrent to urinary infection is risk for renal dysfunction.
How does a fistula work?
Fistula is created by vascular surgeon, which is a connection between artery and vein. This is needed for dialysis.
Can eating raw vegetables cause kidney stones?
No. But drink lots of water.
Is a low creatinine level a problem?
This is normal
How many times a week do you have to undergo dialysis?
3 times a week. It is painless.
Is high creatinine treated as a medical emergency?
Yes, as she may need urgent treatment.
When is dialysis actually required?
Dialysis is needed when the patient has symptoms of uremia like:
-Altered mental status
-Low appetite
-Failure to thrive
-Volume overload
-Electrolyte imbalance
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Dialysis is needed when the patient has symptoms of uremia like:
-Altered mental status
-Low appetite
-Failure to thrive
-Volume overload
-Electrolyte imbalance
Call 5596258674 if you are from the area and need a second opinion.
-Altered mental status
-Low appetite
-Failure to thrive
-Volume overload
-Electrolyte imbalance
Call 5596258674 if you are from the area and need a second opinion.
My baby is 10 months old and has water retention in her legs. Should we be worried?
Yes, as this can be sign of nephrotic syndrome.
My brother is due for a kidney transplant. What are the chances that my kidney will work for him?
Very good chance. Living related donor kidney work very well.
What is the way to confirm chronic kidney disease in a patient?
Yes. With creatinine 5, you have severe, chronic kidney disease.
My mother is dealing with fluid retention in her body despite taking lasix. What can she do?
You can add a second diuretic.
Is there an alternative to dialysis in case of kidney patients?
If se declines, other than dialysis not much options.
If need consult call at 559-625-8674
If need consult call at 559-625-8674
Is there a way to reduce creatinine levels naturally?
Need nephrology consult.
If you guys live around (Visalia, Tulare, Hanford, Porterville etc), can call my office for appointment. 559-625-8674
If you guys live around (Visalia, Tulare, Hanford, Porterville etc), can call my office for appointment. 559-625-8674
What are the factors considered before a kidney transplant?
Blood group
Tissue matching
Recipient undergoes lots of tests to make sure he is a good candidate, including his cardiac status.
If you have a donor, the donor undergoes testing READ MORE
Blood group
Tissue matching
Recipient undergoes lots of tests to make sure he is a good candidate, including his cardiac status.
If you have a donor, the donor undergoes testing and should be healthy.
Tissue matching
Recipient undergoes lots of tests to make sure he is a good candidate, including his cardiac status.
If you have a donor, the donor undergoes testing and should be healthy.
