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Does my sister have kidney issues? ive been travelling this wk with her and my brothers, we were on one plane for 9 hrs going to uruguay, shes overweight too and refused to use the bathrm, afraid of falls, is that why she can hold it that long?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes, probably : And she doesn't necessarily have a kidney disease, if she doesn't drink much, avoid caffeinated beverages, she can hold for that long, like holding while asleep for 9 hours straight, wish you both wellness

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 8/21/2019

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A member asked:

Does my sister have kidney issues? ive been travelling this wk with her and my brothers, we were on one plane for 9 hrs going to uruguay, shes overweight too and refused to use the bathrm, afraid of falls, is that why she can hold it that long?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Hickerson agreed

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