GFR 37

[Janicel]

My gfr is 37 ckd stage 3b will this worsen quickly is there a known specific diet should i b under a specialised dr

[orangecity41]

I was diagnosed with CKD 3b and put on a renal diet given to me by my Doctor. It has been modified by Doctor as needed. I was originally sodium and phosphorus restricted but since have added potassium. The diet has slowed down the progression. Ask your Doctor about an appropriate renal diet for you.

[Janicel in reply to orangecity41]

Thankyou i have been told i need low potassium my levels are too high quiet annoyed really i love bananas ty i will see thr dr on 8th oct al b sure to ask

[lowraind]

Diet can definitely help. I was diagnosed at egfr of 34, raised it to 54, and at last test, it was 61.

[vinadhun2 in reply to lowraind]

Your results are encouraging.

I am 72 year male and have never done blood tests till Dec.19.

I have been going to gym since 25 years.All my results were normal except creatinine which is at 1.85.Actually it has been fluctuating between 2.09 to 1.75 from Dec till May.

I have started vegetarian diet with low sodium and low electrolytes although my electrolytes are in normal range, but still to reduce load on kidneys.

I have no other problems like diabetes, blood pressure, cholesterol, thyroid etc.Protein is not passing through urine.Any suggestions

[MAS_Nurse]

Hi Janicel and thank you for your post. Diet fluids and exercise have a role in protecting your kidneys from further damage, so most people with kidney problems will benefit from a healthy diet. As Orangecity41 has mentioned, it would be a good idea to ask your doctor about an appropriate renal diet for you. You could also ask your doctor to refer you to a renal dietician.

The following websites should be helpful to you--

Chronic Kidney Disease-Diagnosis-NHS

nhs.uk>HealthAtoZ>chronicki...

Lifestyle-diet, fluids and exercise/Kidney Care UK

kidneycareuk.org>about-kidn....

Are any other members able to help Janicel, please?

Thank you and best wishes.

[motolas]

Look at Lee Hull Stopping Kidney Disease. Diet book. As well as his Book : Stopping Kidney Disease. Comprehensive book on Kidney disease. Slow or stop progression of Kidney Disease.

[RhenDutchess123]

No added salt..No cola or carbonated drinks...no aspirin...any medications ..even over the counter...need okayed by your doctor