The five stages of kidney disease are:
Stage 1: Kidney damage with normal or increased GFR (≥90 mL/min/1.73 m2)
Stage 2: Kidney damage with mild decrease in GFR (60-89 mL/min/1.73 m2)
Stage 3: Moderate decrease in GFR (30-59 mL/min/1.73 m2)
Stage 4: Severe decrease in GFR (15-29 mL/min/1.73 m2)
Stage 5: Kidney failure (GFR <15 mL/min/1.73 m2 or on dialysis)

Nephrology is a branch of medicine that deals with the study of kidney function and diseases related to it.

KIMS-SUNSHINE Hospitals, Begumpet is considered one of the best hospitals for dialysis in Hyderabad. They have a well-equipped dialysis unit with state-of-the-art technology and a team of expert nephrologists and dialysis technicians.

Signs of bad kidneys may include:

1. Swelling in the ankles, feet, or hands
2. Fatigue and weakness
3. Shortness of breath
4. Difficulty sleeping
5. Loss of appetite
6. High blood pressure
7. Nausea and vomiting
8. Back pain
9. Changes in urine output (more or less than usual)

The best way to check if your kidneys are functioning properly is to get a blood test and a urine test. These tests can measure the level of creatinine, blood urea nitrogen, and other waste products in your blood, as well as the presence of protein or blood in your urine.

The two main tests for kidney disease are
Blood test: Measures the level of waste products like creatinine and blood urea nitrogen in the blood.
Urine test: Checks for the presence of protein or blood in the urine.

Kidney pain is usually felt in the lower back or the sides, just below the rib cage. It may also be felt in the groin or the abdomen. However, not all kidney problems cause pain, so it’s important to get a proper diagnosis from a doctor.