How long can a child born with only one semi working kidney is expected to live ?

Can they lead a normal life ?

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SW-User

You only need one kidney to live. And as long as the one that is somewhat working you're in decent shape with medical attention to help keep an eye on it with dialysis and hope for a kidney transplant

Underconstruction · F

@SW-User Right, I thought so too ( about the transplant and dialysis)

SW-User

@Underconstruction I have a friend that only has 25% kidney function (one is totally gone and the one he has is only halfway working) and he is in dialysis once a week. He's ok but he does need a transplant someday. So there is hope for him and the child.

Underconstruction · F

@SW-User There is always hope.
I was brought to tears when I heard the mother saying that every day she gets to spend with her baby is a gift.
Good luck to your friend.

SW-User

@Underconstruction every day above ground is a blessing

Underconstruction · F

@SW-User Yes, that is her approach which I think is very wise , I don't think I would have been able to deal with that as graciously as she has.