Acute kidney failure refers to a rapid and mostly reversible reduction in kidney function which leads to increased accumulation of waste products in the blood. It occurs in a few hours to days and can range from a mild reduction in kidney function to complete kidney failure. It commonly affects the elderly, but children and young people may also get affected.
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My 73-year-old uncle, who has multiple myeloma, suffers from kidney failure. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My uncle, 73 years old was suffering from multiple myeloma. As a result, he had problems with Opioid-induced bowel dysfunction. And also, he had recently undergone surgery regarding resection in the small intestine and being on a ventilator. So now he has renal failure. Both kidneys were ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to Icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have gone through your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). He has an acute or chronic infection. The swelling over the body happens as a result of the following: 1. Fluid retention. 2. Anemia. 3. Protein de... Read Full »
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