Patient's question:
My brother's child was born with normal kidneys. At the age of one and a half, an occasional check-up revealed that the left kidney was small, and sometimes it couldn't be detected at all. What could be the reason for this? Will it disappear completely in the future? Will it affect growth?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, the kidneys have a strong compensatory ability, and even with only one kidney, the body's metabolic needs can be met. If a check at birth reveals that the kidney size is normal, it is recommended to have the child undergo further detailed examination. This is to identify the cause of the kidney shrinkage and prevent it from affecting the other kidney. Specific treatment should be determined after examination in a regular and professional hospital. Please rest assured and actively cooperate with the examination and treatment.