Question 1

I'm really worried about my friend who just donated a kidney. She's planning to get married soon, and I'm curious if this donation could cause any health issues for her later in life. Is there anything specific she should be aware of or prepared for as she moves forward?

Accepted Answer

Not exactly human can survive on single kidney as well unless if she gets any comobid ailments mere kidney donation is not huge problem

Question 2

I'm really worried about my daughter's health. She was born with just one kidney, and even though shes been sticking to strict diet and lifestyle changes, her creatinine levels are still going up. It's now at 2.3. Plus, she's dealing with high blood pressure. Currently, she's on Olmezest 40, Moxovas 0.3, and Folvite. What can we do to help manage her increasing creatinine levels and high BP? Looking for any advice or steps we can take.

Accepted Answer

Persistent symptoms despite treatment_:

1. _Inadequate treatment duration_: 2 months might not be sufficient to fully address your condition.
2. _Insufficient medication dosage_: Rabeprazole and domperidone dosages might need adjustment.
3. _Underlying conditions_: H. pylori infection, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or other conditions might require alternative treatments.

_New symptom: Soreness on the back of the throat_:

1. _Reflux-related symptom_: Stomach acid reflux can cause throat irritation.
2. _Postnasal drip_: Mucus accumulation can cause throat soreness.

_H. pylori treatment_:

1. _Not untreatable_: H. pylori infections can be treated with antibiotics and acid reducers.
2. _Treatment challenges_: Antibiotic resistance, inadequate treatment duration, or insufficient medication dosages can make treatment difficult.

Question 3

Can kidneys repair themselves?

Accepted Answer

New research shows that the kidneys are regenerating and repairing themselves throughout life. Contrary to long-held beliefs, a new study shows that kidneys have the capacity to regenerate themselves.

How long can you live after a kidney transplant?

Although most transplants are successful and last for many years, how long they last can vary from one person to the next and also depends on other comorbidities

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