Fulshear, TX
A 34-year-old female asked:
Is it still possible to have kidney dysfunction with bun of 32 for 3 yr old creatinine of .1 and no protein in urine? child has edema in face often
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Odd issues: The normal creatinine & lack of protein in the urine are good signs for kidney function.Yet an elevated bun suggests and facial edema are odd and can be triggered by non-kidney issues. A look into other possibilities is needed.
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Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience
Yes: Edema may have many causes. An allergic reaction, cardiac or renal etiologies should be considered.
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Last updated Jan 12, 2020
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