Kidney Disease Care for Children:
Kidney disease in children is a condition where the kidneys are damaged and cannot filter the blood properly, leading to a buildup of waste and fluid in the body. There are two main types of kidney disease: acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Acute kidney disease occurs suddenly and may be reversible, while chronic kidney disease worsens gradually over several months or years, potentially leading to kidney failure.
Common causes of kidney disease in children include birth defects, hereditary diseases, infections, nephrotic syndrome, systemic diseases, trauma, urine blockage or reflux, and certain conditions like Alport syndrome, polycystic kidney disease, and cystinosis.
Symptoms of kidney disease in children can vary, and in the early stages, there may be few or no symptoms. As the disease progresses, common symptoms may include swelling in the feet, legs, hands, or face, changes in urine output, foamy or bloody urine, decreased appetite, fatigue, high blood pressure, itchy skin, nausea or vomiting, and stunted growth.
To diagnose kidney disease in children, healthcare professionals will consider the child's symptoms, and medical history, and may perform physical exams, blood tests, urine tests, imaging tests, and kidney biopsies when necessary.
Treatment for kidney disease in children depends on the underlying cause, the severity of the condition, and kidney function. The goals of treatment include managing symptoms, slowing disease progression, preventing complications, and preserving kidney function. Treatment may involve medications, dietary changes, and in severe cases, dialysis or kidney transplantation.
Kidney Disease Care especially for Children
Dr Sethi at Medanta, The Medicity is the leading Pediatric Nephrologist providing diagnostic and treatment services for children with conditions of the kidney, especially Nephrotic syndrome, Glomerular disorders, rare tubular disorders, and Chronic Kidney disease. Our team is the leading dialysis and renal transplant service center for children.
Dr. Sethi & team believes in personalized care that focuses on individual patient and family needs. Our team understands the challenges many of our families face when trying to access the care they need. Our caring goes beyond diagnostics and treatment. Our team is nationally recognized for its innovation, experience, dedication, and expertise. We have the newest dialysis technology and provide comprehensive kidney transplant care to children of all ages.
Dr. Sidharth Kumar Sethi
Kidney & Urology Institute
He was trained as a Fellow (International Pediatric Nephrology Association Fellowship) and Senior Resident in Pediatric Nephrology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences and Division of Pediatric Nephrology and Transplant Immunology, Cedars Sinai Medical Centre, Los Angeles, California. He has been actively involved in the care of children with all kinds of complex renal disorders, including nephrotic syndrome, tubular disorders, urinary tract infections, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and renal transplantation. He has been a part of an 8-member writing committee for the guidelines of Steroid Sensitive Nephrotic Syndrome and an Expert committee involved in the formulation of guidelines for Pediatric Renal Disorders including Steroid Resistant Nephrotic Syndrome and urinary tract infections. He has more than 30 indexed publications in Pediatric Nephrology and chapters in reputed textbooks including Essential Pediatrics (Editors O.P. Ghai) and “Pediatric Nephrology” (Editors A Bagga, RN Srivastava). He is a part of the Editorial Board of “The World Journal of Nephrology” and “eAJKD- Web version of American Journal of Kidney Diseases”. He is a reviewer of Pediatric Nephrology related content for various Pediatric and Nephrology journals.
Medications prescribed for kidney disease in children can help with growth, prevent bone loss, treat anemia, control blood pressure, and manage electrolyte imbalances. Dietary modifications may involve limiting protein, potassium, phosphorus, and sodium intake, depending on the child's specific needs.
Child Kidney Specialist in India
In cases where kidney function declines significantly, dialysis may be necessary to filter waste and excess fluid from the blood. There are two main types of dialysis: peritoneal dialysis, which can be done at home, and hemodialysis, which is performed in a dialysis center or hospital. In some cases, a kidney transplant may be recommended as a long-term solution.
Regular follow-up with a pediatrician or nephrologist is crucial for children with kidney disease. These healthcare professionals specialize in treating kidney problems and can provide ongoing care, monitor kidney function, adjust treatment plans, and address any concerns or complications that may arise.
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