High phosphate levels and itching

[Jackie0602]

My husband is stage 5 eGFR 12 he has been been prescribed phosphate binders as his levels are high. The consultant said they should help with his severe itching , but I was wondering how long they take to work He is also following advise from the dietician . Thank you 

[VGCarer]

They only work if you take them with every meal. The itching will reduce however you can get relief using aloe Vera gel or diprobase emollient.  

[Hidden in reply to VGCarer]

Dietician should advise, phosphate binders do what they say, bind with the phosphate, meaning it can pass out of the body, either way

Phosphate also binds with calcium, which given the bone structure of mammals isn't so good, hence the importance of phosphate binders.

There are lots of hidden phosphates in food especially processed food, however the commonest, higher phosphates are cheese, nuts, wholegrain, and eggs. So with the dieticians help try reducing these.  Sadly they are also in fizzy drinks and chocolate. 

There's a lot of advice on diets, and foods on the web, and some recommended books.

Eating Well With Kidney Failure, a Practical Guide and Cookbook

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Eating Well for Kidney Health, Expert Guidance and Delicious Recipes

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Eating Well, Living with Kidney Disease

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Truly Tasty, over 100 recipes created by Irelands Top Chefs for Adults Living with Kidney Disease

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Food With Thought PDF Download or printed copy for £2.50 via the NKF

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Davita Recipes, an American website with many many recipes.

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[kithsirid]

PLZ do a blood test for uric acid,Weak acetic acid in apple cider dissoLves uric acid and passes out in urine .

I use apple cider vinegar daily , not much but onlt two spoon fuls in a glass of water with little bees honey.just try iam sure your gfr will go up , also eat a green apple every day

WISH U GOOD HEALTH