FAQs about kidney-stone treatment in Shankarnarayana

Should I visit a urologist for kidney stones?

Both, nephrologists and urologists manage kidney issues. Nephrologists specialize in kidney-related diseases, while urologists care for the urinary tract. So, if you have kidney stones, you can visit a nephrologist or a urologist near you.

What are the treatment charges for kidney stones treatment in Shankarnarayana?

Doctor’s consultation charges depend on various elements like their experience level, mode of consultation (in-clinic, teleconsultation or video consultation) etc. So, every kidney doctor in Shankarnarayana will have different charges.

Which treatment options are available for kidney stones?

Here are the 3 commonly used options that are most often used to treat kidney stones:

• Drink water: Drinking about 3 L of water per day will prevent kidney stones.
• Medical therapy: A kidney doctor will be able to help you deal with the discomfort and pain involved in passing small kidney stones.
• Surgery: If your stones are larger than 0.5 cm, surgery could be required.

What are the benefits of consultation via Bajaj Finserv Health?

Benefits of consultation via bajaj finserv health are:

• Access to reliable doctors
• Option of choosing a doctor based on their experience, location etc.
• Effortless appointment booking
• Multiple payment methods
• Instant online consultation
• Option of choosing comfortable time slot

All you need to do is go to the website or App and search for a nephrologist near you in Shankarnarayana and book your consultation.

Can I make an instant online consultation with a nephrologist or urologist in Shankarnarayana?

Yes. It is effortless to make an instant online consultation with a nephrologist or urologist through Bajaj Finserv Health. You need to follow these steps:

• Visit the App or website
• Find a nephrologist or urologist in Shankarnarayana
• A list of available kidney experts will be displayed
• Book an instant online consultation with an available doctor

Which consultation modes are open to visiting a nephrologist or urologist in Shankarnarayana?

If you are booking consultation with Bajaj Finserv Health platform then you will get below options to book appointment:

• Online(teleconsultation or video consultation)
• Offline (in-clinic) doctor appointment in Shankarnarayana

In which ways can I pay for my kidney stones treatment in Shankarnarayana?

If you have booked a consultation through the Bajaj Finserv Health platform for kidney stones treatment, you can use a debit card, credit card, cash, net banking and wallet (if you have availed wallet benefit via Bajaj Finserv Health) to pay charges for your treatment.