Dizziness with ckd

Posted by sheeb @sheeb, Nov 17, 2017

I was diagnosed with stage 3B kidney disease a few months back. I am now suffering from dizziness. It’s slmost everyday. My doctor told me to drink a lot of water and stay away from salt. I’m wondering if here is more I can do.

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jo54 | @jo54 | Nov 17, 2017

I have the same question. Same stage. Same advice from my doctor. See you in six months. Anyone in similar situation?

sheeb | @sheeb | Nov 17, 2017

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I just went to my regular doctor and she took blood looking for anemia. Also thought it could be vertigo. I will get the results tomorrow.

jo54 | @jo54 | Nov 17, 2017

I have been diagnosed with vertigo for dizziness. Is it possible that there is a connection to the kidneys? I wouldn’t think so.

oldkarl | @oldkarl | Nov 17, 2017

@jo54 Hi, Jo. Sorry to disagree, but it think it is very likely. The kidneys' function is to eliminate poison (urine, chemicals, mis-folded protein, etc.} which basically function to interrupt the ongoing work of the rest of the body, including the brain, the heart, the nerves, etc.

jo54 | @jo54 | Nov 17, 2017

Thank you so much. I will call the doctor Monday. No one has connected the two. This may be bad but knowledge is good. You are my hero.

sheeb | @sheeb | Nov 19, 2017

I went do my regular doctor for my dizziness and was told all blood work was normal but that dizziness with ckd is common. My doctor suggested physical therapy which I may try.

Cheryl, Volunteer Mentor | @cehunt57 | Nov 20, 2017

I have CKD. At stage 4 I also had some dizziness. Mine turned out to be associated with the CKD, anemia and orthostatic BP. My doctor has been monitoring labs and adjusting meds. I also keep salt down and stay well hydrated. I've not needed dialysis yet (came close) and currently don't need a transplant. My kidney function improved to a GFR of 35 so I guess I'm back to stage 3!

IWantToBelieve | @IWantToBelieve | Nov 27, 2017

I had dizziness at stage 3 when I started to exercise. My bp was quite low (hovered around 102/65) so my nephrologist at Mayo took me off the 5mg of lisinopril I was on and that helped tremendously. My bp is now 120 or 125/70 and I'm able to exercise and not be dizzy. I'm now stage 4.

Lynn

sheeb | @sheeb | Nov 27, 2017

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I went to the doctor 2 weeks ago and my blood pressure was fine. I’ve gone the whole weekend without a dizzy spell. I’m hoping it is gone or at least gotten a bit better. Thank you for your help. It’s slways nice to know others are familiar with what I’m going through.