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GFR dropp 19 points 63 to 44 in less than a year
Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Feb 4, 2023 | Replies (52)Comment receiving replies
Is your NP a part of nephrology or another department? You provided limited information, and I can certainly understand why you wanted immediate answers. Your new lab test is a red flag and pursuing a nephrology expert is the right course. I personally had a change of medication that precipated into a significant drop of my eGFR, and fortunately got a handle on it. Kudos to you for following up so quickly. You may wish to see your PCP and follow up on another lab test while awaiting to see nephrology.
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When I said, NP, I meant nephrologist. That's who my PCP made a referral to after seeing my eGFR. But he didn't mark it urgent and I've never seen a nephrologist before. I'm waiting for the approval from my insurance. Thank you for the kind words and that info you shared. Having a close to 20 point drop in 3 months seems extreme. I did radiation Nov/Dec. on a lymphoma tumor near my eye. Maybe my body was/is still in shock. I'm trying to put this aside in my mind to help fight off anxiety. I've done what I can do at this point. But having support here helps!