CKD stage 4

[elithomson]

Can someone tell me if there are many ill effects at this stage? I started taking dizzy spells a few weeks ago. My doc reduced my Losartan but this has not helped. I had a heart monitor for 24 hours but results are fine. I get nauseous and now I'm starting to itch, mainly on my legs. All these effects are getting me down wondering what next.

[pluto94]

I would go back to your GP as there is obviously something affecting you , dizzy spells i would put down to low blood pressure or lack of fluids as a general rule. The itching could be down to diet , try reducing things like potates (unless boiled) Tomatoes, salt. The consultant or gp can give you tablets for the nauseous feeling .

[elithomson in reply to pluto94]

Thank you for taking the time to reply. I suffer from hypertension and my bp 135/84. Doc says its fine. Your suggestion about diet could be spot on. Although I don't eat many potatoes, I eat a load of tomatoes, the little ones you can pop in your mouth and eat in one swallow! I eat by the bucketful. My potassium levels were ok last blood test so looks like you could be right about my eating habits.. Many thanx.

[googie]

Itchiness could be your phosphate levels?? Are you watching your protein intake and do you take a binder?

[elithomson in reply to googie]

Thanks googie, my phosphate levels are OK at last check. This might sound silly, but what are binders. I don't seemed to be too informed on ckd. Fortunately my local hosp is having a pre dialysis seminar this month then maybe I can ask questions. I feel comfortable asking question on this site and everyone is extremely helpful.