A member asked:

Kidneys have slight decrease in size. right 8.1cm, left 8.9cm. no hydronephrosis or nephrolithiasis. what does this indicate? 38 yr female. ultrasound impression. age, or ckd, or kf?

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Dr. Lori Lange answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not much: Since kidney size is not an indicator of most kidney problems I would not be concerned. You may be dehydrated or more hydrated on certain days. The kidneys pass through a lot of fluids.

Answered 6/6/2018

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