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Does Low Sodium Level Cause Kidney Problems?

Hi, my father s sodium level is falling frequently. His creatinine is currently 1.5. Few months ago it was around 2. At that time he had taken Nodosis 5. Is there any relation between Sodium level and kidney problem? Father takes Veltam F regularly.Saby
Thu, 27 Aug 2015
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Nephrologist 's  Response
Hi,
I understand your concern.
Your father is suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease.
The cause for low Sodium levels could be drug related,related to kidney,heart or fluid intake and needs to be evaluated in detail as it can prove to be harmful for him.
I advise you to show him to a Nephrologist in person.
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Does Low Sodium Level Cause Kidney Problems?

Hi, I understand your concern. Your father is suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease. The cause for low Sodium levels could be drug related,related to kidney,heart or fluid intake and needs to be evaluated in detail as it can prove to be harmful for him. I advise you to show him to a Nephrologist in person.