General question

[Anxoiusguy]

Hello All,

Sorry to disturb you. Have few questions; appreciate if someone has suggestions/advise.

I have pain when I pee some times, few bubbles and as well back pain. Did ultrasound and found 2 very small non obstructing stones, this is beginning of Jan 2021. From them I always felt I was tired , no focus on anything.

My multiple bloodwork and urine analysis. All readings are fine.

From last few days I was so sick headache nausea body aches etc. Went to doc tyesterday hey blood work and urine analysis. Urine looks clear. In blood sodium chloride went down below normal so 131[range 134 145] cl 92 [96 106] efgr 88. And calcium came down by .7 from 9.7 to 9 [9 - 10.2]

I did same blood work on nov 10 efgr was 107 sa 138 cl 97 cal 9.7

Other test are normal and recently did ct scan for kidney stone everything was normal.

In a month does vitals drops that fast? Is this some kind relate kidney issues

Appreciate for replys

[Anxoiusguy]

Forgot to mention my BUN is always at lower end

[WinJ3]

Did he check your prostate? Also, ask your doctor to do an A1C test to rule out diabetes . I hope you get to the bottom of what’s going on.

[lowraind]

Could you have been dehydrated? Do not go by the results of one test. Ask to have it repeated at least two more times for an average score. Also, were you tested for COVID?

[Anxoiusguy]

Covid and flu tests were negative. I will wait 2 - 3 weeks and go again for check up.

[RickHow]

Don't overreact to one blood test, especially when the numbers are just a tad below the "normal". Remember "normal" is not all people. You have take into considerations medications you take, other health conditions you may have, hydration levels. Sodium level is below "normal" but most doctors consider 130 and higher just something to monitor (future blood tests). A level below 135 is low. Doctors call it hyponatremia. In general, a sodium level of 130 mEq/L or higher is not dangerous unless there has been a recent rapid fall from a normal blood level. Sodium can also go down if you have been drinking an excessive amount of water, or taking bp medications. Your CL went down a tad. This too sounds like dehydration, just like for sodium. Your calcium is normal. All things measured in a blood test will never be perfectly the same level each time. That is why there is an acceptable range to expect (what they call "normal"). Slight variations above or below the "norm" in one test will just be monitored at the next test. There are tons of variables which cause changes, most especially your hydration level. If you had a urine test and have the results look at your "specific gravity" (SG) level. This will tell you if you were significantly dehydrated. (your drop in egfr also can be hydration level too, in addition to your kidney stones).

[Bet117]

Anxiousguy,

I agree with lowraind, could be something as simple as hydration, time of test, lab spin.

Best bet is make an appointment with the ordering doctor and speak to him/ her about your symptoms and concerns.

Your doctor knows your health issues and medications best as you have been in their care.

I would print out a copy of your labs, jot the prior results above the present ones, check off areas of concern or any labs which flag high or low next to the ranges designated by the lab, and bring them with you, so you are both looking at the same page.

Make sure that all of your questions and concerns are addressed before you leave the office. Jot down discussion to put your mind at ease.

Please reach back and let us know the outcome. We care!

Bet