High Creatinine Specialist
A raised creatinine is a signal to investigate calmly, not a diagnosis on its own. Dr. Abhishek Gupta helps you understand why it is high and what to do next — honestly, and without panic.
Medically reviewed by the RIIMS kidney-care team · Last updated: June 2026
Creatinine is a marker, not the disease. Dr. Abhishek Gupta reads it alongside eGFR, urine protein, potassium and your history, then looks for the real cause — dehydration, certain medicines, infection, diabetes or blood pressure. The goal is not to chase a single number, but to protect your kidney function with a personalised diet, lifestyle changes and treating the underlying cause.
When to see a kidney doctor
If creatinine stays high across repeat reports or eGFR is falling — or you have diabetes, BP or swelling — see a kidney-care doctor early. A sudden drop in urine, breathlessness or very high potassium needs prompt medical care.