How long does someone have to live if they are in kidney failure, and are not on dialysis?

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joeybsmash
Member

A day, a few more maybe.

Posted 1 year ago #
Patrick Mcdermott
Member

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Posted 1 year ago #
formerly_bob
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It varies substantially, so its not exactly predictable. People that discontinue dialysis start to feel extremely ill in 4-5 days, and typically die in 6-10 days, but a person that is in otherwise decent health and with a little bit of kidney function might live up to 5-6 weeks.

Posted 1 year ago #
funnygarcia
Member

I agree with another responder.
It truly depends on other conditions, the extent of her kidney failure, age, etc.
Someone in total failure (stage 5) will feel ill in a matter of days.
Expect edema (fluid under the skin), respiratory issues (fluid in the lungs), sleepy/drowsy, eventually comatose and death.

My thoughts are with you and your family.

Posted 1 year ago #

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