Hi, i did kidney transplant, does success in the beginning last like that and for how much,the donor was my brother, results shows that tissues were about 100% identical,from what should I be scared?
Dr. Rania Mousa,
General Medicine
- After a successful kidney transplant, your new kidney will filter your blood, so you will no longer need dialysis. To prevent your body from rejecting your donor kidney, you'll require medication... Read More
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Yes, there is what was called kidney differentiation after chimio 10 years ago. Creatinine level was always above the average but never above 1.2. How long can it be stable on stage 4?
Dr. Bassem Tanios,
Nephrology
- Well, it depends, on the person, and the cause of the renal problem, and also it depends on how much we make sure to control the things that would cause damage to kidney function, such as controlling... Read More
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Can clearance for kidney failure go from stage 3 till 4 in less than a week? 2 tests were done, the first showed creatinine to be 2,3 the other 3 with a 5 day difference.
Dr. Bassem Tanios,
Nephrology
- Yes it can, We call this acute renal failure.
Kidneys which are normal can sometimes go into total renal failure in a matter of few days.
Although I don't have any information concerning your c... Read More
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Are there any side effects of taking whey proteins for body building on the kidneys?
Dr. Rania Mousa,
General Medicine
- You need lots of protein in your diet if you want to grow your muscles, but be careful and make sure you don't abuse it.
Whey protein side effects can be uncomfortable (lactose intolerance, inte... Read More
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My right kidney is hurting alot. A sudden pain attacked it as if a balloon is in it plz help..it is the first time it happens
Dr. Bassem Tanios,
Nephrology
- There are many reason for kidney pain, such as kidney stones, urinary tract infection, urinary tract obstruction... etc. And sometimes the pain attributed to the kidney might be simply musculoskeletal... Read More
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Hello . Please i want to ask your opinion about a medicin name "exenical" for oxidation in order to reduce the weight ? What are the side effects and positif effects?
Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- Xenical:
Side effects (according to the FDA): lowered absorption of certain vitamins in your body, severe liver problems, kidney problems, gallbladder problems (gallstones), gastro-intestinal problem... Read More
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