Is dialysis the only option in case of chronic kidney problem?
Patient: hello sir good morning my mother has chronic kidney problem she has only left side kidney which measurement is not normal or when i concern my local nephrologist . he says the kidney functioning only 7% .he suggest for dialysis bt what i do? sir piz tell me. i am so upset by knowing that. Doctor: HelloThanks for query.Your mother has solitary kidney with only 7% function .The main function of the kidney is to excrete end products of protein metabolism (Creatinine)If her serum creatinine levels are high she needs dialysis .Follow advice of your Nephrologist .Dr.Patil.