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Mother, 80 bmi 18.4 cr 5.3 had a seizure, started dialysis and later had coma; now on 3-a week hd, eating well, but high depression. can hd decrease?

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Check with nephro: It really depends on the reason your mother suffers from kidney failure and the degree of damage her kidneys sustained. Please discuss with her nephrologist for the best answer. The doctor will be able to tell you if hemodialysis is projected long-term.

Dr Kandarpa and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/18/2014

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