Analgesic Nephropathy
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The nephrologist is the specialist who evaluates analgesic nephropathy, a kidney damage that can develop from the prolonged and excessive use of certain pain medications. Over time, this continuous use can affect the structure of the kidney.
Common symptoms: it is usually silent at first, but it can present with tiredness, swelling, changes in the amount or appearance of the urine, and high blood pressure.
When should you see a doctor? Anyone who takes pain medications regularly and notices these changes should seek a kidney function checkup.
Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist, together with the pediatric nephrologist in minors, evaluates the state of the kidney and advises on the prudent use of drugs. Discussing your medication habits with this professional helps take care of your kidney health.
Data on 88 doctors who treat analgesic nephropathy
Which specialist treats analgesic nephropathy?
Analgesic nephropathy should be evaluated by a nephrologist, and in children by a pediatric nephrologist. If you frequently take pain relievers, consult this specialist for an assessment of your kidney function. You can find these specialists available.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in analgesic nephropathy
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Stephany Sbheidy García Arana
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is analgesic nephropathy?
The nephrologist is the specialist who evaluates analgesic nephropathy, a kidney damage that can develop from the prolonged and excessive use of certain pain medications. Over time, this continuous use can affect the structure of the kidney.
Which doctor treats analgesic nephropathy?
Analgesic nephropathy should be evaluated by a nephrologist, and in children by a pediatric nephrologist. If you frequently take pain relievers, consult this specialist for an assessment of your kidney function. You can find these specialists available.