How long can someone live with one kidney?

I was born with only one functional kidney and honestly, sometimes I get so anxious thinking what if something happens to this one. Does anyone else with a single kidney get super nervous every time they get a minor backache or UTI? How do you keep your mind calm?

I completely agree, you can live a full life. Just make sure to get a simple serum creatinine test done once a year to keep a track.

You can live a beautiful, long, and totally active life with just one kidney! 😊 My uncle donated his kidney 15 years ago and he still goes trekking and enjoys his life to the fullest. Just drink plenty of water and stay happy!

My son was diagnosed with a non-functioning left kidney when he was just five, and he is now a healthy 18-year-old college student. As a parent, I just make sure he eats less salty junk food, stays hydrated, and avoids high-contact sports like rugby where he could get hurt in the back. With a little care, they live just like anyone else.

Medically speaking, a single kidney can easily perform up to 80% of the function of two kidneys, allowing a completely normal lifespan. The only caution is to keep your blood pressure under strict check, as hypertension is a primary cause of kidney strain. Consulting your doctor annually for routine urine and blood tests is the safest approach.