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Confused About Diet for Stage 3 or 4 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Jun 5, 2022 | Replies (156)Comment receiving replies
i am also a diabetic and have stage 3/4 kidney disease. I was diagnosed 3 years ago and up until my last visit to my doctor I was pretty good. And I just found out my CDK had went from 35 to 32. Any tips on diets would be greatly appreciated. I try to be very mindful of what I eat but to stay on track I need a strict diet. Any information would be greatly appreciated. I am seeing my doctor in a couple of days and I going to get a referral for a dietician. Thank you all for your comments and input. It has been very helpful.
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@dodgerfan Welcome to Mayo Connect! We are all patients/family members/caregivers here, and readily share our experiences and support with others. I am glad you have read through posts and found us.
I am also Stage 3b in my kidney disease. From my experience, my eGFR, which indicates the percent function of my kidneys, varies between 32-37%. Factors that can cause the variance are: hydration level at time of test, different machines/labs, my general health at time of test, even the weather!
Most doctors will advise a kidney patient to watch their sodium, potassium, and phosphorus intakes, blood pressure levels and stress levels. And important to remember, each patient is different, and there is no "one size fits all"!
Make sure the referral is for a renal dietician, as you see there are varying guidelines.
Please come back and share with us how you feel, and what happens with speaking to your doctor and dietician! We care here.
Ginger