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When your kidneys are working under 30%, how do you prepare for dialysis? also how fast will the kidneys fail?
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Uncertain...: It is hard to predict the pace of renal functional deterioration although a review on the renal functional evolution over time, medical comorbidity, lifestyle, and compliance in healthcare, etc. may hint the possible course of deterioration. At his time, just cautiously watch in collaboration with a nephrologist would be very helpful to handle further path of life.
Answered 4/29/2016
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