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My 3 day old baby girl has one enlarged kidney what are the chances the problem will rectify itself.she has normal bowel movements thou.

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Dr. Kathryn Akin answered

Should be watched: There is a good chance that this may resolve on its own, or even be normal eventually. But this baby is only three days old and the difference must be watched to monitor for problems. Best wishes.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

My 3 day old baby girl has one enlarged kidney what are the chances the problem will rectify itself.she has normal bowel movements thou.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kathryn Akin answered

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

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