A member asked:

Kidney s damaged 50%, how do v recover d other 50%?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Usually permanent: You should be under a nephrologist. Kidney damage is almost invariably permanent. Important thing is to preserve what function remains. Hopefully damage is not progressive. Try to avoid any uti's. Find out if you might benefit from any corrective surgery. Limit protein & salt intake. 50% kidney function is more than sufficient to avoid need for dialysis or a kidney transplant. Good luck.

Answered 4/1/2013

5.2k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Could my kidneys recover from dehydration?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Can kidney function recover once dialysis is started?

9 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

A member asked:

How can I recover from a kidney stone?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Can you tell me how i can recover from a kidney stone?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more