Nephrology

Nephrology is the medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases. Nephrologists manage conditions that affect the kidneys, such as chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, diabetic kidney disease and high blood pressure caused by kidney disease.

Conditions treated in nephrology

In nephrology, a wide range of conditions are treated, including:
• acute and chronic kidney failure
• diabetic kidney disease
• glomerulonephritis
• urinary tract infections
• polycystic kidney disease

Nephrology team at NOVOMED CLINIC Constanța

At NOVOMED CLINIC Constanța, nephrology consultations are with Dr. Dragoș Fășie, senior specialist in nephrology, certified in general ultrasound. Consultations are by appointment, with no referral needed, and can include a kidney and urinary tract ultrasound.

What does a nephrology consultation involve?

A nephrology consultation starts with a detailed medical history, in which the nephrologist will ask about:
• your full medical history
• your current symptoms
• a physical examination
• recommending and interpreting further tests, such as blood and urine tests, kidney ultrasound and kidney biopsy
The nephrologist at NOVOMED CLINIC Constanța makes the diagnosis and recommends the right treatment plan.

When do you need a nephrology consultation?

A nephrology consultation may be needed if you have symptoms or signs such as:
• persistent lower back pain
• swelling of the legs or hands
• extreme tiredness with no obvious cause
• a rise in blood creatinine
• changes in your urine (color, amount, frequency)
It is important to see a nephrologist if a kidney condition that needs specific assessment and treatment is suspected. The detailed criteria, with creatinine, eGFR and albuminuria values, and the difference from a urology consultation are explained in the article Urologist or nephrologist: which doctor to see for your kidneys and when you need a nephrology consultation (in Romanian).

At NOVOMED CLINIC Constanța, your kidney health is our priority. Don’t delay seeing a doctor, to prevent complications and to manage kidney disease well. We look forward to hearing from you for appointments and consultations.