Guest guest Posted March 25, 2004 Report Share Posted March 25, 2004 It's my understanding that BK virus is pretty common. More than 80% of the population have been exposed to it and developed antibodies to it. If a person has a transplant and is immune-suppressed, it can sometimes activate in the kidney. Pierre Re: BK virus > , > It is unfortunate but true that we the patients sometimes have to give the > docs a nudge in the right direction. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 25, 2004 Report Share Posted March 25, 2004 It's my understanding that BK virus is pretty common. More than 80% of the population have been exposed to it and developed antibodies to it. If a person has a transplant and is immune-suppressed, it can sometimes activate in the kidney. Pierre Re: BK virus > , > It is unfortunate but true that we the patients sometimes have to give the > docs a nudge in the right direction. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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