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Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Jun 28, 2024 | Replies (110)Comment receiving replies
Replies to "no nephrologist. I'm more concerned with my kidney function then my gp, I'll try calcium citrate,..."
@junagode We can expect our kidney function to drop a bit as we age, according to medical sources. Reading your post earlier to @lbrockme you have been taking command of your situation. Remember, it is best to look at trends, not a single report. Dehydration, and even what we had in our diet the few days before a blood draw, or infection of any kind [cold/flu/toothache etc.], may play a role in eGFR results.
Yes, most of our fellow CKD patients will attest that their GP doesn't seem as concerned as we are when it comes to kidney function. Self-refer if you need to, to get a nephrologist!
Ginger