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Kidney problem again
My elder brother aged 41 have a kidney transplant on September mont 2007,donor was his father present age approx 68year,but now after 11 year his creatinine is increasing,legs and face are swallowing,we are confused what to do, doctor has increased his dose of medecine,sir suggest us the best way for his recovery,is it possible to. have another transplant?
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Dr. Vipul Chakurkar
Nephrologist
10 yrs exp
Pune
I agree with Dr Rajat as it all depends on what is the cause of this particular illness at present.
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Dr. Rajat Arora
Urologist
22 yrs exp
Delhi
It depends on the cause. If the graft has failed then you may not have any other option but a second transplant.
But if it is only due to a short term problem like an infection then he may improve by medication.
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