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Nephrology

This service is available at: KIMS Hospital

What is Nephrology?

Nephrology, also known as renal medicine, is a service created to support patients who are suffering from kidney failure or weakening of the kidneys.

Acute vs chronic kidney disease

Acute kidney injury is when your kidneys can no longer clear waste from the blood steam, causing harmful build up. This can be very sudden, often occurring in intensive care patients, causing an unstable amount of chemicals in their blood. If left untreated it can cause long term damage and lead to chronic kidney disease.

Chronic kidney disease is an ongoing disease and cannot be cured. Symptoms develop over time and often go unnoticed at the beginning stages. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and preventing further progression of the disease.

Our nephrologists will address acute and chronic kidney disorders and aim to diagnose, treat and help manage symptoms.

Kidney failure symptoms

  • Irritated skin (dry, itchy, peeling)
  • Change in appetite
  • Nausea
  • Swelling in your hands, feet and face
  • Cramp
  • Tiredness but with difficulty sleeping
  • Brain fog and confusion
  • Erectile dysfunction in men

Consultants

  • Make a general enquiry
  • Appointment enquiry

Our team are on hand to help answer any queries you might have about coming to KIMS Hospital or Sevenoaks Medical Centre. You can use the form below and one of our team will be in touch. Alternatively to speak to a member of our team, please call 01622 237 727.

Enquiry hours are Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm, Fri 8am-6pm and Saturday 8am-4pm.

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Alternatively to speak to a member of our friendly team, please call 01622 237 500 between Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm, Fri 8am-6pm and Saturday 8am-4pm.

Please be aware, if you are requesting a diagnostic scan such as an MRI, or CT, you must have a referral from a relevant clinician or Allied Health professional such as a physiotherapist.

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