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Stage 3 chronic kidney disease (CKD): What specialists do I see?
Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: May 19, 2022 | Replies (237)Comment receiving replies
@basslakebabe19, I was not familiar with Amlodipine, so I looked it up. I read that is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Do you have a history of high blood pressure? High blood pressure needs to be monitored and controlled because it is one of those hidden underlying causes for chronic kidney disease that @gingerw mentioned. When diet and lifestyle alone do not control the blood pressure, then a medication is prescribed. I am living with a transplanted kidney, and I take a blood pressure medication along with trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Is this a new medication for you, because one of the side effects is swelling of the extremities. It is okay to call your doctor or pharmacist with any questions or concerns. My experience was that it took a few trial and error adjustments until we found the best dosage for me (least side effects and satisfactory control of my BP)
Would you like some information about Chronic Kidney Disease? Here is a link to Mayo Clinic Patient Care and Health Information.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/chronic-kidney-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20354521
Who diagnosed the chronic kidney disease? What has been suggested for monitoring or for a follow-up appointment?
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My nephrologist put me on a low dosage of Amlodipine. She told me she was prescribing it to slow the deterioration of the kidneys.
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My blood pressure is totally out of control. I am on three kinds of meds every day but so far, we can’t get it in a safe range. It’s normal in the morning, but it is up at noon and slightly lower at night. I keep a log for my doctor. I eschew sodium and eat a good kidney diet.