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Suggest Remedy For Issues With CHF And Creatinine Level 144 Micromol After Major Heart Surgery While Having Renal Function Problems
My father is 79 and recently had major heart surgery and has since had issues with CHF and his creatinine level is 144 micromol. His doctors are hoping that he not have to take lasix because of renal function concerns, however, I am concerned about his risk of CHF
Mon, 21 Sep 2015
hi,
lasix or some other diuretics are not absolutely contraindicated in renal failure,you should consult a nephrologist, however there are many good medicines for chf apart from lasix.
lasix or some other diuretics are not absolutely contraindicated in renal failure,you should consult a nephrologist, however there are many good medicines for chf apart from lasix.
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