Question
Congenital unilateral kidney typically occurs when one of the two kidneys fails to fully develop during the fetus’s development in the mother’s womb. This condition is usually discovered during prenatal ultrasound, and sometimes it may be diagnosed during postnatal examinations.
Answer
In normal circumstances, a single kidney can meet the body’s needs, so it won’t have a significant impact on daily life or future marriage and childbearing. However, due to the absence of one kidney, regular health checks are necessary for the baby as they grow up, especially for the occurrence of kidney-related diseases such as kidney stones. When seeking medical attention, it’s important to inform the doctor about the baby’s condition to avoid the misuse of medications harmful to the kidneys. Additionally, to avoid psychological burden, it is recommended to wait until the baby grows up before informing them about this situation.