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Answered by Dr. Manzoor Ahmad Parry

Why is a patient with kidney failure, who stopped dialysis, unable to move?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw your query, The patient has kidney failure with very high urea and creatinine. She needs dialysis for the same. Regarding her weakness, kindly show me her MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) report..

June 1, 2026

Is dialysis required for a renal failure patient with a GFR of 13?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The reports suggest chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage five due to polycystic kidney disease (PKD). The stage of CKD is such that you need to prepare for renal replacement therapy. For this, you have to put your name on the transplant list, and a fistula is to be made (if not already made).

May 15, 2026

Is it dangerous to have high levels of creatinine and BUN in hypertension patient?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to know which medicines you take for hypertension. I would like to know whether you have done any urine examinations. Your recent eGFR (glomerular filtration rate) of 71 mL/min/1.73 m² is within the normal range for you, if your urine examination is normal.

April 20, 2026

Patient is diagnosed with kidney impairment despite of normal urine output. Why?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query. Before answering your query, I would like to know about the USG (ultrasound) of the kidney and the urine examination, if done. What was KFT before this test?His kidney impairment can be due to age-related factors or heart failure. That is why I want to know about USG and urine examination.

March 23, 2026

What are the causes of high creatinine and blood urea nitrogen levels in elderly patients?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have seen the report attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Could you please let me know your specific query or concern? I will be happy to assist you..

March 2, 2026

Why are my anion gap values out of normal range?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Let me try to answer your queries. 1. Firstly, you are right. Anion gap in your laboratory values is high, and bicarbonate is low.

January 20, 2026

What are the causes of elevated serum B12 levels?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query. You have raised B12 levels, which can be due to the Supradyn tablet (which is vitamin B12). So I would suggest stopping vitamin B12..

December 19, 2025

Can I undergo dialysis without AV fistula for my chronic kidney disease?

Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com. From the reports attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), you have chronic kidney disease. You should start dialysis with AV (arteriovenous fistula). Continue your medications. .

June 25, 2025

Can painkillers increase BUN values in a 81-year-old diabetic male?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I checked your father's reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). His tests are within normal limits, except for a slight increase in BUN (blood urea nitrogen) and low vitamin D levels. There is a possibility of getting higher values of BUN due to painkillers.

March 19, 2025

Can you check if my kidneys are damaged due to the infection I had four years back?

Hello, Welcome to iclinq.com. I have seen your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Your ultrasound is as expected as well as your urine reports. You need to control your blood pressure. Kindly repeat your kidney function test.

October 15, 2024

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