HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Is Removal Of Kidneys Important In Case Of Several Kidney Infections?

I keeep getting kidney infections one bad one a year and when i was in hospital the consultant reccomended that i should think of removal of left kidney as it only functions 25 percent this is a huge decision and very upsetting!!! I am 27 and wanted to start a family soon so any help would be handy!!! I have also suffered since i was in my early teens and have had it on and off since then i just want the best for my future.
Thu, 11 Aug 2016
Report Abuse
Nephrologist,  's  Response
If you are suffering from repeated urine infections, especially with loss of Renal function that kidney removal is justified because the infection from this bad kidney may spread to healthy kidney and leads to permanent damage of both kidneys. For survival of human being one kidney is enough. However as you are young. you should be very careful by avoiding unnecessary antibiotics and painkillers. You should take care of blood pressure if u have. Try to avoid non vegetarian diet. Regarding your case before going for kidney removal you should be evaluated carefully like any ureteric dilatationa condition called vesico ureteral reflux etc. Consulting urologist is advisable. All the best. If you have any questions feel free to contact me.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to kidney problems and comprehensive renal care, talk to a Nephrologist. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Kidney


Loading Online Doctors....
Is Removal Of Kidneys Important In Case Of Several Kidney Infections?

If you are suffering from repeated urine infections, especially with loss of Renal function that kidney removal is justified because the infection from this bad kidney may spread to healthy kidney and leads to permanent damage of both kidneys. For survival of human being one kidney is enough. However as you are young. you should be very careful by avoiding unnecessary antibiotics and painkillers. You should take care of blood pressure if u have. Try to avoid non vegetarian diet. Regarding your case before going for kidney removal you should be evaluated carefully like any ureteric dilatationa condition called vesico ureteral reflux etc. Consulting urologist is advisable. All the best. If you have any questions feel free to contact me.