Anyone can get oedema, although pregnant women and persons 65 years of age and older are more susceptible. Treatment entails dietary and exercise modifications to one's way of life. The medical word for swelling brought on by fluid becoming trapped in your body's tissues is oedema. Edema can affect your face, hands, abdomen, and legs, but it most frequently affects your feet, ankles, and legs. Edema can affect anybody, although pregnant women and those 65 years of age and older are more frequently affected. Edema is widespread since there are several contributing factors to the illness. The precise incidence of occurrence is unclear since mild episodes of oedema resolve on their own. Edema will make some body parts enlarge (swell), which can make it difficult for you to carry out your usual activities. If you were sitting or standing for a long time, elevating the swollen area of your body or moving about will assist reduce swelling and make you feel better. If you notice symptoms, speak with your healthcare professional right away since oedema can occasionally be a sign of an underlying medical issue.
Prof. (Dr.) Sham Sunder specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury, diabetic kidney disease, hypertension-related kidney disorders, glomerular diseases, kidney stones, electrolyte imbalances, and renal failure.
You should consult a nephrologist if you have persistent high blood pressure, diabetes with kidney complications, swelling in the legs or face, blood or protein in urine, abnormal kidney function tests, or symptoms of chronic kidney disease.
Yes. He offers comprehensive kidney transplant services, including pre-transplant evaluation, donor and recipient assessment, post-transplant care, and long-term follow-up to ensure successful outcomes.
Yes. Prof. (Dr.) Sham Sunder has extensive expertise in managing both Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD), providing personalized treatment plans based on each patient's medical condition.
Yes. Uncontrolled high blood pressure is one of the leading causes of kidney disease. Early diagnosis, regular monitoring, and proper treatment can help protect kidney function and prevent complications.
He is an AIIMS-trained nephrologist with over 26 years of experience, international fellowship training, more than 40 research publications, and extensive expertise in dialysis and kidney transplantation. He has also served as Chairman and Head of leading nephrology departments in India.
Please bring your previous medical records, laboratory reports, imaging studies, current medications, blood pressure records, and any previous dialysis or transplant-related documents to help with an accurate evaluation.
You can book an appointment by calling the clinic, using the appointment form on the website, or contacting the hospital directly for consultation scheduling and availability.
