Can he still live a long quality life?
Severe hydroureteronephrosis in both kidney... - Kidney Disease
Severe hydroureteronephrosis in both kidneys, marked renal cortical thinning, blunting of the renal calyces. BUN = 69, Cr = 6.5, eGFR = 10.
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We can't diagnose. Please seek answers from the nephrologist. A good attitude and approach to life can help.
Prayers to you.
What is his age? How long has he had kidney disease? What was the cause of the CKD? How is looking to you? What hAs his nephrologist told you? Is he on dialysis? Is he on a kidney healthy diet -no meat, whole food plant based? Low to no animal protein? I hear plant protein is OK. How is his hemoglobin? Iron panel values? Ferritin? Any heart disease? The eGFR of 10, I believe is stage 5 kd. There are many factors to consider. The fact that you are concerned & writing here is a good sign. The rest is in god’s hands &…the doctors- do you feel you have caring & competent not disinterested Drs? Drs who follow up on their own & prevent illness rather than reacting to every emergency only. I never give up & neither should a good Dr. Otherwise they belong in another field of work.
I can sense the concern in your question and I want to wrap you in a hug. Now would be a good time to have a sit down chat with the nephrologist to consider options. And that's a wonderful thing. When my husband's condition reflected similar numbers, I didn't realize that a longer, quality life was indeed possible through dialysis, a kidney transplant, etc. Some conditions can even be stabilized as they are for a time. People don't have to pass away when kidneys no longer function - modern science has stepped in to take care of the situation. So, while not perfect, many people are living decent lives without functioning kidneys. Of course, other factors matter too - age, underlaying conditions, travel distances, and more. So, make your way quickly to your loved one's nephrologist and put a plan in place. I've been there, gone through the very deep waters, and come out on the other side with my husband. He suffered kidney collapse as a T2 Diabetic, went on dialysis, and received a transplant. All of this happened in his early 70s. Seeking answers will give you a goal and purpose. Sending encouragement that you see your way clear soon.
Yes with the right treatment
