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Low kidney function: What does it mean? Should I be worried?
Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Jul 8, 2021 | Replies (57)Comment receiving replies
My GFR was tested because I was having a CT scan with dye. It came back as 50 and should have been at least 60. They went ahead with the dye and my doctor hasn’t mentioned this. Should I be concerned? Thank you.
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Hi @ryman, I moved your message to this recent discussion that @vivianwaters started just a few days ago on the same topic: Low kidney function.
You may also be interested to review this related discussion that you started in 2017.
- Possible low kidney function https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/possible-low-kidney-function/
Ryman, what, if anything, has changed in your kidney function and daily living since you first posted?
Hello @ryman
I can understand your concern about a change in your GFR. If your doctor has not talked with you about it you can certainly call the office and ask about it. You can also request a repeat of the test to see if it is still low.
Hello @ryman,
I hope you are doing well. Has your doctor helped you to understand the reason for the change in your GFR?
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@ryman Seeing a lower than expected eGFR for your kidneys can be quite a surprise, and possibly more stress-producing than the CT scan.
Take into account the trend of the eGFR values over a course of time, not just a single reading. What have you been seeing? There are many factors that can affect a single reading, from your hydration level, overall well-being that day, and medications you are taking. You said your doctor has not addressed this with you. Do you plan to ask about this value the next time you see him/her?
Ginger