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Can losing a lot of blood affect my kidneys performance?
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Yes: Yes; decreased blood supply to the kidneys can greatly affect their performance, and even lead to renal failure in the severest of circumstances.
Answered 6/30/2011
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Yes: It can cause acute renal failure by decreasing BP and kidney perfusion.
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