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By Vinod Kumar
August 17, 2025

Understanding IgA Nephropathy: A Silent Kidney Disease

Kidney diseases are often called “silent killers” because they may not cause obvious symptoms until they are quite advanced. One such condition is IgA Nephropathy (IgAN), also known as Berger’s disease. It is one...

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By Vinod Kumar
August 17, 2025

Is Hemodialysis Painful? Bursting Myths About Dialysis

When doctors say “you need dialysis,” one of the first fears patients and families have is: “Will it be painful?” This fear is natural. Let’s clear the myths and understand the truth. Myth 1:...

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By Vinod Kumar
August 17, 2025

Kidney Donation: Is It Safe to Donate a Kidney?

When we hear about kidney failure, the word “transplant” comes up quickly. For a successful transplant, a healthy person—often a family member—may donate one of their kidneys. Donating a kidney is on of the...

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By Vinod Kumar
July 20, 2025

Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Evaluation & Management

🔁 A Case Study: Diabetic Woman with Recurrent UTI A 50-year-old woman with poorly controlled diabetes for over 10 years presented with fever, chills, burning urination, and increased urinary frequency—classic signs of a lower...

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By Vinod Kumar
June 20, 2025

Who Can Donate Kidneys? Understanding Kidney Donation

By Dr. Vinod Kumar K, Lead Senior Consultant and Transplant Physician – Nephrology, Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road Types of Kidney Donation There are two main types of kidney donation:1. Cadaveric (Deceased) Donation2. Living Donation...

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By Vinod Kumar
June 20, 2025

Microalbuminuria: A Small Sign with a Big Message

By Dr. Vinod Kumar K, Lead Senior Consultant and Transplant Physician – Nephrology, Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road ⸻ When it comes to our health, early warning signs often come quietly. One such subtle but...

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By Vinod Kumar
June 20, 2025

Kidney Biopsy: A Quick Overview for Patients and Caregivers

By Dr. Vinod Kumar K, Lead Senior Consultant and Transplant Physician – Nephrology, Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road What Is a Kidney Biopsy? A kidney biopsy (also called a renal biopsy) is a procedure in...

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By Vinod Kumar
June 15, 2025

Frothy Urination

Many patients, after searching online, come with complaints of frothy or foamy urine. It is important to understand the causes of frothy urine and when it warrants concern. Non-Medical Causes There are certain non-medical...

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By Vinod Kumar
June 15, 2025

Cysts in the Kidney

Understanding Kidney Cysts: Causes, Types, and Management Kidney cysts are a common finding, incidentally in patients undergoing ultrasound imaging for some other reason. Many individuals come to the outpatient department (OPD) concerned about the...