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Dr. James C. Ferraro, D.O.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
Dr. James Ferraro is a nephrologist practicing in Glendale, AZ. Dr. Ferraro specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Ferraro most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.
44 years
Experience
Dr. James C. Ferraro, D.O.
- Glendale, AZ
- PCOM
- Accepting new patients
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Can a kidney problems cause confusion?
Infections in the elderly can cause confusion. Advanced kidney disease (<10%-15% function) can cause confusion and in more advanced stages can result in coma, these problems could indicate need to initiate renal replacement therapy.
Is there a way to prevent diabetic nephropathy?
The best way to prevent diabetic kidney injury from progressing include 1, Maintaining normal body weight 2. Exercise 3-4 times per week 3. Adhere to diabetic diet 4. Keep A1C READ MORE
The best way to prevent diabetic kidney injury from progressing include
1, Maintaining normal body weight
2. Exercise 3-4 times per week
3. Adhere to diabetic diet
4. Keep A1C less than 7%
5. Maintain BP at or less than 130/80
6. Maintain good hydration
7. Avoid NSAIDs
1, Maintaining normal body weight
2. Exercise 3-4 times per week
3. Adhere to diabetic diet
4. Keep A1C less than 7%
5. Maintain BP at or less than 130/80
6. Maintain good hydration
7. Avoid NSAIDs
