Dr. Praveen Pushkar

Urinary tract is the body's drainage that excretes wastes in the form of urine which also comprises water as a component? For proper excretion, all parts of the tract need to function properly. The urinary tract includes kidney, bladder, prostate, penis & testis. Now, this is where a urologist deals with, diagnosis and treatment of the urinary tract.  If suffering from symptoms like – Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) – Bacterial invasion to your urinary tract may cause issues like  Burning feeling. Frequent Urination Strange-smelling, Cloudy, dark, bloody Urine. Feeling tired  Fever  Pain in lower abdomen It is common in women as they have shorter urethras than men. That makes it easier for bacteria to get to their bladders. And hence ladies, need to be more vigilant and cautious especially using public toilets which could be home for millions and millions of bacteria. Difficulty in passing urine – This could be painful, in case of such difficulties immediately rus...

Also known as UTI, urinary tract infection is an infection in the urinary system that can occur in kidneys, ureters, bladder or urethra. Though the infection in every part is risky, the most dangerous one is in the lower urinary tract that is the bladder and the urethra. This is caused by the bacteria that gets entry into the urinary tract. Females are at more risk of getting this problem due to their urinary tract design, but that doesn’t mean men don’t get the problem. Types of Urinary Tract Infection There are two types of urinary tract infections : the lower tract which occurs in the lower urinary tract and is also called a bladder infection. The second one is the upper urinary tract infection that attacks kidney and ureters. To get the right treatment of upper urinary tract infections, patients need to visit an experienced kidney specialist . Symptoms of UTI Having knowledge of the symptoms help you timely detect the problem and consult a doctor for the treatment. Lower UTI sympto...

Kidney stones are quite a popular term that you might often hear a lot. The reason why the term is quite famous is that there are millions of people in the world that go through kidney stones at least once in their lifetime. If you are thinking, why is the kidney stone a very common health problem that millions of people have it? Then, let us tell you some of the most common factors that contribute to kidney stones. Some of the Factors That May Increase the Chances of You Getting Kidney Stones The first and foremost reason why kidney stones are quite common in people is that they form from the waste products that we consume. In simple words, we consume many minerals, and our body releases the excessive amount of minerals via urination that it does not require. When the amount of these mineral excesses, it may build up the kidney stones. If you think that you had extra food or minerals the other day and that is why the kidney stones have built up, then it is not correct. Kidney stones d...

Kidney diseases in India have been increasing at a rapid pace. There are a number of factors that contribute to kidney diseases, including kidney failures. A lot many people who experience kidney failures do not even know when the most appropriate time to have a kidney transplant is. This entails many complications that lead to numerous other health conditions. Here, we will let you know how the kidney works so you will have a better understanding of kidney failure. How do Kidneys Work? One of the major tasks of the kidney is to control the fluids in our body. It removes the waste products from our regular intakes out of the body. Kidneys create the red blood cells, keep our bones strong and help control the blood pressures as well. Now that you are familiar with the main tasks of the kidneys, let us also know what happens when the kidneys fail. What Happens When Kidneys Fail? As the kidneys help remove the waste products, when the kidneys fail, it stops removing the waste products fro...

Urinary Tract Infection commonly known as UTIs are much more common in women. A urinary tract comprises the bladder, urethra, ureter and kidneys. The infection enters your body through the urethra and can travel to the bladder. If left unattended or if there is a delay in treatment, the infection can affect the kidney, travelling through the ureter. Urinary Infections are of two types- upper urinary tract infection and lower urinary tract infection. Kidneys and the ureter fall under the upper urinary tract whereas the lower urinary tract is made up of the urethra and the bladder. Since the infection travels from the urethra and mover upwards, the lower urinary tract is more prone to infections. Lower urinary tract infections also known as bladder infections are uncomplicated UTIs however if the infection reaches the kidney and the ureter, the infection can be termed as a complicated UTI. If not timely treated, the infection can affect the kidneys leading to kidney failure. Urinary Trac...

Kidneys are small organs which are responsible for filtering out wastes from the body. When the body doesn’t have much fluid to flush out the waste or is not well hydrated, these small clumps or salts can stick together to form kidney stones. Often made up of calcium or uric acid, these stones can travel through the urinary tract and can be quite painful. Some stones are so small that one wouldn’t even know that such a problem ever existed but some stones gain in size over a period of time and can cause a lot of pain. Stones are more common in men, especially people who are obese, have a family history, don’t stay hydrated. Dr Praveen Pushkar is one of the best kidney stone specialist in Faridabad, Haryana and has been associated with a hospital for kidney transplant in Faridabad . According to him, the symptoms only start to be prominent when the stone passes into the ureter. You may experience pain while urinating or notice blood in your urine. As the stone travels down the urinar...

Before we start talking about the various treatment options available to get rid of kidney stones, let’s first understand what causes kidney stones to form, various types and symptoms. The bean shaped organ helps in maintaining a healthy balance of water, salts and minerals. If the levels of these salts and minerals increase due to any reason, it may lead to the formation of stones. Well, there might be few stones in the kidney which may cause pain depending on the size of the stone however if the size increases and if the stone travels to the ureter and gets stuck there, that would result in a lot of pain. The treatment for Kidney stones depends on what the stone is made of. The most common type of Kidney stone are either made of calcium oxate or calcium phosphate. The second type is Uric acid stone which is made of Uric acid crystals which haven’t dissolved over time. The last two type of stones which are very uncommon are Struvite and Cystine stones. The most common symptom is a ...