What are the symptoms of renal hypoplasia?
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The question is discussing the symptoms associated with renal hypoplasia and how this condition can affect individuals, especially when the other kidney is compensating. It outlines specific symptoms that may be observed when the condition does cause noticeable issues.
Answer
Hypertension, lumbar or abdominal pain, obscure gastrointestinal symptoms, chronic urinary infection with chills and fever.
The final answer is hypertension, lumbar or abdominal pain, obscure gastrointestinal symptoms, chronic urinary infection accompanied by chills and fever.
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The final answer is hypertension, lumbar or abdominal pain, obscure gastrointestinal symptoms, chronic urinary infection accompanied by chills and fever.
More Information
Renal hypoplasia can also lead to an increased risk of kidney infections and stone formation.
Tips
A common mistake is thinking renal hypoplasia always presents with symptoms; it may be asymptomatic, especially if unilateral.
Sources
- Renal hypoplasia - infoKID - infokid.org.uk
- Renal hypoplasia - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Renal Hypoplasia: A long-term follow-up report | PMC - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
