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My father(age 74) hd pasemaker implantation. he hs weak kidney with high level of uric acid and creatinine. can he take vit c, omega 3&6 suppliments?

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Dr. Jesse Chuang answered

Yes: Vitamin c can be taken, but taking a lot of vitamin c can increase chance of kidney stones. As for omega oils, it is actually good for cholesterol and heart and is not bad for the kidneys.

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Answered 3/28/2015

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A member asked:

My father(age 74) hd pasemaker implantation. he hs weak kidney with high level of uric acid and creatinine. can he take vit c, omega 3&6 suppliments?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jesse Chuang answered

Dr Ali agreed

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