Dr. Ajay Kher, Author at Epitome Hospitals

13 May 2025by Ajay Kher

Balancing Life and Treatment: Managing Work and Social Activities While on Dialysis

Hemodialysis treatment is a critical part of daily life for the majority of dialysis patients worldwide, including in India, where about 175,000 patients were estimated to be on chronic dialysis as of 2018, with a prevalence of 129 per million population. This life-sustaining treatment needs major lifestyle changes, including diet restrictions and fluid limits. Studies show that patients with chronic kidney disease can work full or part-time jobs. Strong social support helps improve a patient's health-related quality of life. Balancing life with treatment might seem tough, especially...

5 Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease: What Patients Need to Know at Each Phase

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7 May 2025by Ajay Kher

5 Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease: What Patients Need to Know at Each Phase

The pooled prevalence of Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in India is 13.24%, slightly higher among men (14.80%) compared to women (13.51%). Rural areas report higher rates (15.34%) than urban areas (10.65%). CKD prevalence has risen from 11.2% (2011–2017) to 16.38% (2018–2023). India accounts for 33% of global CKD cases, highlighting its significant contribution to the worldwide burden, which makes early detection and management of chronic kidney disease stages significant to patient’s health. Body's overall health depends heavily on your kidneys, but their function can decline...

Life After Kidney Transplant: Medication Management and Long- term Care

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6 May 2025by Ajay Kher

Life After Kidney Transplant: Medication Management and Long- term Care

Your daily routine will change dramatically after a kidney transplant as you learn to manage 10 to 12 different medications. These medications become a permanent part of your life - you must take them regularly as long as you have your transplanted kidney.The care you receive after your kidney transplant plays a vital role in your recovery. Medication management represents just one aspect of your recovery. Recipients often face additional health challenges. The risk of hypertension affects approximately 43% of Indian kidney transplant patients. Post-transplant diabetes is also a substantial...

29 April 2025by Ajay Kher

Living with Chronic Kidney Disease: Expert Tips From Nephrologists

Community-based studies and systematic reviews report a pooled Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) prevalence around 13 -16% among Indian adults, with some studies showing a range from 4% to over 20% depending on the population and methodology used. Many don't even know they have it. The disease affects about 15% of adults in the US - a number far bigger than most people think. Chronic Kidney Disease is an asymptomatic disease for the most part and lesser can sneak up without any warning signs until it becomes severe. Your body might start showing signs that affect your daily life. These include...

When to see a Kidney Specialist: 7 Warning Signs to Watch for

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16 April 2025by Ajay Kher

When to see a Kidney Specialist: 7 Warning Signs to Watch for

Highlighting the significant burden of kidney disease in India, an Indian nephrologist reports that roughly 10% of the population lives with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and over one lakh individuals develop renal failure every year. Kidney disease becomes dangerous because it shows no early symptoms. Your kidneys can lose much of their function before any warning signs show up. Your kidneys never rest. They filter 180 liters of blood daily and create waste that becomes urine. Kidney disease sneaks up on people because its early stages often have no clear signs. People might feel tired or...

Nephrology Explained- 5 Things every Patient Should Know

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31 March 2025by Ajay Kher

Nephrology Explained- 5 Things every Patient Should Know

The numbers are staggering - kidney disease affects millions of people worldwide. Statistics show that one in eight men will develop kidney stones before reaching 70. Without proper medical attention, half of these patients experience recurring stones within a decade. These facts demonstrate why nephrology - the medical specialty focused on kidney health - is a vital part of your overall wellbeing.Nephrologists diagnose and treat kidney conditions of all types, ranging from chronic diseases to acute infections. These medical specialists complete rigorous training that includes medical school...

Understanding Kidney Cancer: Symptoms and Diagnosis

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28 February 2025by Ajay Kher

Understanding Kidney Cancer: Symptoms and Diagnosis

Kidney cancer is a disease with a growing global incidence, estimated at 400,000 new cases annually and a mortality rate nearing 175,000 deaths per year. According to the GLOBOCAN 2020 report, kidney cancer accounts for 1.3% of total cancer cases in India. About 90% of kidney cancer cases are called renal cell carcinoma (RCC). The disease proves difficult to catch early because symptoms rarely show up in initial stages. Men face twice the risk of developing this cancer compared to women. Most patients receive their diagnosis around age 64. The disease becomes more concerning because renal...

27 January 2025by Ajay Kher

Surgical Approach for Kidney Donors and Recipients: Comprehensive Insight for Patients

Introduction Kidney transplantation is a life-saving procedure for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). For both donors and recipients, the process is about performing a well-coordinated and carefully developed surgical technique. This blog is dedicated to describe the surgical approach for kidney donors and recipients, and in particular the expertise possessed by the best kidney treatment hospitals in Delhi. If you’re thinking about becoming a living kidney donor or are about to undergo a kidney transplant, this guide will be helpful, particularly if you’re looking for the...

20 November 2024by Ajay Kher

Common Myths About Dialysis and Vascular Access: What You Need to Know

Dialysis saves lives for those with kidney failure, but myths rooted in fear often prevent patients from seeking out this necessary treatment. In the U.S., 785,000 people are living with ESKD, and about 70% of them are on dialysis for sustenance. Despite its life-extending benefits, many patients delay care due to myths about pain, permanent dependence, or poor quality of life, which can lead to worsened health outcomes or hospitalizations. Families that believe such myths, therefore, lose opportunities to improve the well-being of their relatives. Home dialysis, for instance, is now...

Renal Transplant HLA – Post Transplant – Case Study 12

Renal Transplant Case Study

27 June 2023by Ajay Kher

Renal Transplant HLA – Post Transplant – Case Study 12

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