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My grandmthers creatinine level is 9. her kidneys arent working well. but she refuses to dialyze and is scared that she will die. what can we do? she has high blood pressure and diabetes.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Renal failure: Renal failure can be classified as prerenal, intrarenal or postrenal- heart failure, glomerulonephritis, bladder outlet obstruction would be examples. Typically an elevated creatinine is not a helpful sign and is associated with increased mortality. Your grandmother has made a life choice for herself. Concentrate on the now. Love and support her. This can last a lifetime of good for her and you.

Answered 12/16/2019

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