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I have kidney disease stage 2. will my having weight loss surgery make my kidneys worse?

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Dr. Daniela Torres answered

Specializes in Medicina General

No. : No, your doctora have assessed the risks and renal complications, don’t worry you’ll be fine

Answered 9/1/2019

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