it was told during the recent ultrasound scan that the has inflammation on the kidneys... as the size of the kidneys is 15 mm instead of usual size of 7-8 mm..my daughter in law is in the eighth month of pregnancy ( eighth month just started) , stays in USA. please advice, we are worried...

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. We have to find out what is the cause of the increase the size and for that Fetal Medicine specialist should take a look and take a scan againWrite Your Answer Here

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