Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Is Dialysis The Only Option In Case Of Chronic Kidney Problem?

hello sir good morning my mother has chronic kidney problem she has only left side kidney which measurement is not normal or when i concern my local nephrologist . he says the kidney functioning only 7% .he suggest for dialysis bt what i do? sir piz tell me. i am so upset by knowing that.
Tue, 3 Mar 2015
Report Abuse
Urologist,  's  Response
Hello
Thanks for query.
Your mother has solitary kidney with only 7% function .

The main function of the kidney is to excrete end products of protein metabolism (Creatinine)

If her serum creatinine levels are high she needs dialysis .

Follow advice of your Nephrologist .
Dr.Patil.
I find this answer helpful

 1 user finds this helpful
Note: For further queries related to kidney problems and comprehensive renal care, talk to a Nephrologist. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Is Dialysis The Only Option In Case Of Chronic Kidney Problem?

Hello Thanks for query. Your mother has solitary kidney with only 7% function . The main function of the kidney is to excrete end products of protein metabolism (Creatinine) If her serum creatinine levels are high she needs dialysis . Follow advice of your Nephrologist . Dr.Patil.