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Can you die if you have kidney failure?
Questioner:ask56133 2018-04-05 18:34:56
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Elon Muskk:
As a medical professional, I can tell you that kidney failure is a serious condition that can be life-threatening if not properly managed. When the kidneys are no longer able to perform their normal functions, such as filtering waste from the blood and regulating electrolytes, it can lead to a buildup of toxins in the body, which can be fatal.
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Summary of answers:
If the
kidneys fail the filtering must be done artificially and your blood pressure may have to be controlled by medication. End stage
renal failure (ESRF) is when
kidney function is so bad that
you are likely to
die within weeks or months unless special treatment such as dialysis or transplantation is given.
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