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Dr. Smithson Onyebuchi Ahiabuike, M.D.,

Internist

Dr. Smithson Ahiabuike is an internist practicing in La Vergne, TN. Dr. Ahiabuike specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Ahiabuike provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Dr. Smithson Onyebuchi Ahiabuike, M.D.,
  • La Vergne, TN
  • Accepting new patients

What happens if a UTI spreads to your kidneys?

When UTI spreads to the kidney it causes kidney infection and presents with fever pelvic pains with flank pains. There is continued pain when on pees. Patient way require to go READ MORE
When UTI spreads to the kidney it causes kidney infection and presents with fever pelvic pains with flank pains. There is continued pain when on pees. Patient way require to go to the ER immediately for treatment to avoid complications.

Can high creatinine levels be dangerous if you catch Covid-19?

In a COVID-19 patient a high creatinine level is not a good sign. It could be life treathening. It means the patient has a severe kidney disease. Patient may be on hemodialysis READ MORE
In a COVID-19 patient a high creatinine level is not a good sign. It could be life treathening. It means the patient has a severe kidney disease. Patient may be on hemodialysis from chronic kidney failure and this is dangerous in a COVID-19 patient.

How can I stop nerve pain in my legs?

Patient needs to go see the PCP for work ups and treatment. Do not treat nerve pain at home.