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Doctor is concerned about Kidney GFR numbers: Should I be?
Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: 5 days ago | Replies (26)Comment receiving replies
Last blood work, BUN jumped to 48! Creatinine 2.4. My disease is Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus. Not related to sugar diabetes. It's from long-term use of lithium (40 years). I am so fortunate my kidneys survived this long but wish a smart DR along the way would have put me on Lamotrigine which is so much safer. I am healthy, weigh 134, eat whole foods, exercise...basically take care of myself, water, low sodium etc. This lifestyle has not stopped my declining kidney function. My eGFR is at 21 today. I'll keep living as normally as possible...avoiding UTI's!!!! Had 2 this year but antibiotics are bacteria killers, good and bad. I appreciate your information, so helpful. Seeing my Neph next week.
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@mrainne Medication side effects can take years to manifest. I don't think doctors set out to place us on the road to long-term kidney concerns, they are trying to help us with the primary problem. I have known several people with the lithium use issue, like you have. My cousin also went through kidney disease due to a cardiac medication many years ago.
Good for you to staying as healthy as possible, and understanding what works best for you in your case! Everyone is different, definitely. We'll be anxious to hear about your nephrologist visit next week.
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BUN can fluctuate based on the amount of protein intake and hydration status prior to a test. It's the big picture that counts. You are so smart to avoid UTI's at all costs, since they have the potential to turn into kidney infections if unchecked. All the best to you, and let us know how your nephrology visit goes.