Hi, I'm new to the forum!
I am waiting for a referral to a specialist regarding my gradually decreasing egfr. I spoke to my GP today and he says that it is likely I won't see anyone for several months now, due to the lockdown. I have had a scan and it came back clear, so I am guessing I may have some kind of kidney disease.
My egfr counts have reduced over the following years from:
72 -2007
66- 2012
63 -2015
56 - 2019
55 - 2020
I feel a bit confused and worried about it as I don't really know what to expect and wondering if there is anything I can do with my lifestyle in the meantime? I am drinking more water, eating less salt and taking more exercise. I have given up alcohol - but the GP told me today I don't need to do this.
I am female, 44 years old - disposition leans towards being a fairly anxious person and it had already been a very stressful year, even before Covid reared it's ugly head! I have read that stress can have an effect?
Any advice on what I can expect/do would be gratefully received!
I am age 78 and diagnosed at CKD 3b, 4 years ago. My eGFR had been declining for years. My Doctor gave me a diet appropriate for me based on blood work. I am restricted on sodium, phosphorus and potassium to certain amounts. Some might be restricted differently. The progression has slowed down. You have come to a good forum for support and information.
Thank you orangecity41 - I think it will be reassuring to see a specialist and get specific advice. I feel like I am in limbo at the moment with no real clue of what is causing this or what I should be doing.
You are welcome LeGrand Frizz. Once you get to a specialist and a treatment plan specifically for you, things should get better.
Can you please advise declining progress of your gfr