EXPERT
Dr. Alexandru R. Constantinescu
Nephrologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Nephrology
Dr. Alexandru R. Constantinescu is a pediatric nephrologist, practicing in Hollywood, Florida. Dr. Constantinescu is specialized in the health care of children with kidney diseases and hypertension. As a pediatric nephrologist, Dr. Constantinescu diagnoses and treats children with protein or blood in the urine, hypertension, kidney stones, chronic kidney diseases including those requiring dialysis and kidney transplant, and all aspects of kidney care. His team of physicians works with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice a patient-centered care and coordinate the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Dr. Alex Constantinescu
- Hollywood, Florida
- Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Victor Babes
- Accepting new patients
Hypertension in Children
Hypertension in ChildrenAlex R Constantinescu, MDChief, Pediatric Nephrology and HypertensionJoe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Hollywood, FLAbout 4% of children 12-19 years of...
Can you go home after a kidney biopsy?
Usually yes - it all depends the time it is performed - an observation of 6-8 hours is needed Alex Constantinescu, MD Chief, Pediatric Nephrology Joe DiMaggio childrens hospital READ MORE
Usually yes - it all depends the time it is performed - an observation of 6-8 hours is needed
Alex Constantinescu, MD
Chief, Pediatric Nephrology
Joe DiMaggio childrens hospital
Alex Constantinescu, MD
Chief, Pediatric Nephrology
Joe DiMaggio childrens hospital
Is kidney biopsy painful?
Moderate sedation and local anesthesia are used in children and adults, the type depending on the centers and providers who perform the procedure. Pain control after the procedure READ MORE
Moderate sedation and local anesthesia are used in children and adults, the type depending on the centers and providers who perform the procedure. Pain control after the procedure is recommended as well. The procedure itself is not painful, and post-procedure pain depends on pain tolerance and adequate pain control.
Wilms tumor
Good evening - my suggestion is to discuss with a pediatric surgeon and/or pediatric urologist who works closely with a pediatric oncologist to establish the true diagnosis. Surgery READ MORE
Good evening - my suggestion is to discuss with a pediatric surgeon and/or pediatric urologist who works closely with a pediatric oncologist to establish the true diagnosis. Surgery and chemotherapy are needed if confirmed, depending on the stage (localized or extended).
Best Regards and keep hope
Alex Constantinescu, MD
Best Regards and keep hope
Alex Constantinescu, MD
Can COVID infection cause high levels of protein in urine ?
Any infection can lead to protein in the urine, and COVID-19 infection is not different. The question is how much is it a single urine abnormality. My suggestion is to make an READ MORE
Any infection can lead to protein in the urine, and COVID-19 infection is not different. The question is how much is it a single urine abnormality. My suggestion is to make an appointment with a nephrologist to guide your evaluation.
Best regards,
Alex Constantinescu, MD
Best regards,
Alex Constantinescu, MD
What foods should dialysis patients avoid?
Best resource - kidney.org.
Alex Constantinescu, MD
Alex Constantinescu, MD
My 15 year old son has been diagnosed with kidney stones. How can this be treated?
It all depends on the composition of the stone. Please discuss with your nephrologist and urologist.
Can my son survive on one kidney?
Sure, if the other kidney compensates
After a kidney transplant, what would my child's life be like?
Please visit National Kidney Foundation and UNOS as well as myAST.com
My daughter's urine output throughout the day is quite low. Could this be caused by a kidney issue?
Most likely she does not drink enough water
Can a kidney infection get better on its own?
Only if viral in origin
When should you go to the hospital for a kidney infection?
In adults and children, cloudy urine and frequent trips to the bathroom, along with back pain and pain on urination, and in infants and children as soon as possible to ensure antibiotics READ MORE
In adults and children, cloudy urine and frequent trips to the bathroom, along with back pain and pain on urination, and in infants and children as soon as possible to ensure antibiotics are given timely. Fever and chills are late signs, requiring immediate attention. Seizures with fever also need evaluation for a possible UTI
What kind of anesthesia is used for kidney stone removal?
Depends on the size and location of the stone, usually general anesthesia, but can also be sedation if procedure is short
Can I do anything to stop my child from wetting the bed?
I would recommend evaluation for a urinary tract infection and a renal ultrasound. This is called secondary enuresis - medication without appropriate evaluation is not recommended. READ MORE
I would recommend evaluation for a urinary tract infection and a renal ultrasound. This is called secondary enuresis - medication without appropriate evaluation is not recommended. At the same time I would look into new stressors. Discuss with your pediatrician to refer for a nephrology consultation
Hope this helps
Hope this helps
