Nephrosis
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Nephrosis, or nephrotic syndrome, is a kidney disorder in which an excessive amount of protein is lost through the urine. This affects the body's fluid balance.
Common symptoms: swelling in the eyelids, legs, or abdomen, foamy urine, weight gain from fluid retention, and tiredness.
When should you see a doctor? Persistent swelling or urine with a foamy appearance are reasons to seek an evaluation.
Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist is the specialist in kidney diseases, and in childhood the pediatric nephrologist provides follow-up; the urologist may participate in part of the workup. If you notice these changes, discussing them with a professional helps clarify the origin of the nephrosis.
Data on 36 doctors who treat nephrosis
Which specialist treats nephrosis?
Nephrosis should be evaluated by a urologist, a specialist in urinary tract conditions, who determines the appropriate management. You can find urologists available near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in nephrosis
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Dr. Ricardo Huerta Figueroa
Dr. Jose Gregorio Arellano Aguilar
Frequently asked questions
What is nephrosis?
Nephrosis, or nephrotic syndrome, is a kidney disorder in which an excessive amount of protein is lost through the urine. This affects the body's fluid balance.
Which doctor treats nephrosis?
Nephrosis should be evaluated by a urologist, a specialist in urinary tract conditions, who determines the appropriate management. You can find urologists available near you.