Farheen Shah-Khan
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1540 W Chicago Ave Chicago IL, 60642About
Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan is a nephrologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Shah-Khan specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Shah-Khan 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.
Education and Training
NTR University M.B.B.S 2004
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
Nephrology (Internal Medicine)
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What could be the frequent urination?
Please make sure your blood sugars are under control. Increased thirst amd increased urination are signs of diabetes READ MORE
Can medications fix a kidney infection?
Yes it can be treated with antibiotics. READ MORE
GFR
Yes you could do a test called Renal scan. It is a nuclear medicine test to see how well each of your kidneys work. The kidney scan also shows how your kidneys look. The medical term for a kidney scan is renal scintigraphy. READ MORE
GFR
Yes you can do a test called Renal scan. It is a nuclear medicine
Grandmother with acute CKD
At stage 4 she does need to be on Dialysis. However, if she has cardiac problems like Heart failure that could be causing her to swell and also can cause rapid worsening of her gfr, if not managed appropriately. READ MORE
Importance of Creatinine Blood Test for a Bodybuilder
If the 24 hr crcl is 110 ml/min, your kidneys function is normal. However crohns disease does have renal complications Crohn's disease has some effects on kidney functions due to malabsorption and dehydration such as AKI or calcium oxalate-uric acide stones and electrolyte abnormalities. So make sure you keep an eye on that. READ MORE
What lab tests indicate a kidney infection?
You can do a Simple Urinalysis READ MORE
I had wbc 30-35hpf in urinalysis?
Wbc in urine could be either a sign of urine Infection or Acute Allergic interstitial Nephritis. We need more clinical Information to proceed with diagnosis and treatment. READ MORE
Can a kidney infection go away on its own?
You need antibiotics to avoid complications READ MORE
How to manage type 2 diabetes?
Diabetes is managed with Oral Medications and or Insulin depending on how blood sugars are running. READ MORE
How long can you live with one kidney?
All you need is one good functioning kidney to live. READ MORE
Do you have to go to the hospital for a kidney stone?
Yes, if pain is severe, you need IV pain medication to control the pain. As well to start IV hydration so that you can pass the stone. READ MORE
How effective is kidney dialysis?
Dialysis removes toxins that have accumulated and keeps the balance of fluid in your body. READ MORE
What are the signs that something is wrong with your kidneys?
A simple blood work which is Basic Metabolic panel will reflect on the kidney function. You can check that READ MORE
How does diabetes affect the kidneys?
Diabetes can cause Diabetic Nephropathy. The leak of protein in the urine is the first sign that it has started effecting your kidneys. There are some medications you should be on to control the protein and to slow down worsening of the Kidneys. READ MORE
How do you treat a bacterial infection in urine?
Treat with antibiotics READ MORE
What does it mean when your urine is clear like water?
Clear urine like water means you are well hydrated and free of infection or protein in urine. However Urinalysis will confirm the above findings READ MORE
Is hypertension caused by kidney issues?
Yes, some kidney diseases do cause hypertension. READ MORE
What does it mean if you test positive for leukocytes in your urine?
You need other parameters and clinical picture to evaluate, but it could be UTI or Cystitis or Acute Allergic Interstitial Nephritis, etc. READ MORE
How long can you live on dialysis treatment?
Dialysis patients who are compliant with dialysis and meet all goals of anemia, BMD, Kt/V, and have well-functioning access can live for over 15 to 20 years. READ MORE
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