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BNP results

I received the results of a blood test, and my B Natriuaetic Peptides are 119.0 mg/ml. I assume this is not good. Are my days numbered? I eat right, little...

I received the results of a blood test, and my B Natriuaetic Peptides are 119.0 ...

Petey8cece8h

•1 day ago

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wasting and ct scan

I am going for a ct scan tomorrow for thorax abdomen pelvis with contrast, has anyone had one of these ,I have heard the preparation is longer than the scan,...

I am going for a ct scan tomorrow for thorax abdomen pelvis with contrast, has a...

Radars

•2 days ago

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Doctors remove pig kidney from an Alabama woman after a record 130 days....

Sad news here.... by: LAURAN NEERGAARD, Associated Press Posted: Apr 11, 2025 / 11:35 AM CDT Updated: Apr 11, 2025 / 11:47 AM CDT WASHINGTON (AP) — An...

Sad news here.... by: LAURAN NEERGAARD, Associated Press Posted: Apr 11, 2025...

FelineFandom146

•3 days ago

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For those who ever had to experience Gout. Here is an interesting story that came up that has nothing to do with Kidneys or Gout. Imagine having the name Gout?...

For those who ever had to experience Gout. Here is an interesting story that cam...

FelineFandom146

•4 days ago

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contrast dyes

I am due to having a ct scan with contrast, for abdomen and pelvis, but after reading stories on here it doesn't sound safe for the kidneys, I have got...

I am due to having a ct scan with contrast, for abdomen and pelvis, but after re...

Radars

•5 days ago

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Newbie

I was diagnosed with stage 5 ckd w/gfr of 16. Going through so much, gout, freezing chills. Spasms throughout the night. Swollen right now. Extreme fatigue,...

I was diagnosed with stage 5 ckd w/gfr of 16. Going through so much, gout, free...

Cissy24

•5 days ago

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CKD Diet

Hi, I would like to know what food to eat and whet food to stay away from, has anyone got an idea for a beginner?. I have just started Dialysis.

Hi, I would like to know what food to eat and whet food to stay away from, has a...

Ghost-Walker

•7 days ago

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Undecided on Dialysis

Hi, we have so many questions that we cant seem to get any clear answers so hoping someone had a similar experience or can offer some insight. My husband was...

Hi, we have so many questions that we cant seem to get any clear answers so hopi...

Abbiegirl

•7 days ago

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Glurenorm discontinued

Anyone else been taking this drug for blood sugar control? I was taken off metformin because of severe CKD so can't take that again. Any suggestions of a...

Anyone else been taking this drug for blood sugar control? I was taken off metfo...

cateblanchett

•7 days ago

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Microalb/Creat Ratio

Hello! First post….Does anyone know what this test result means for 48yr old male: Microalb/Creat Ratio Normal range: 0.0 - 29.9 mg MA/g CR “Not calculated...

Hello! First post….Does anyone know what this test result means for 48yr old m...

JAMVP

•9 days ago

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CKD Patients: Avoid Contrast Dyes! here's why

All dyes are bad for the kidneys, but there is one that is SUPER BAD! It is called Gadolinium. One of the few useful things my Nephrologist told me about....

All dyes are bad for the kidneys, but there is one that is SUPER BAD! It is call...

FelineFandom146

•9 days ago

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Understanding Kidney Disease: The Silent Struggle and How Early Action Can Save Lives

Kidney disease affects over 850 million people worldwide, yet it often flies under the radar until it's in a critical stage. Known as a “silent” condition,...

Kidney disease affects over 850 million people worldwide, yet it often flies und...

Sandeepgwl

•11 days ago

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Has Anyone Tried New Kidney Care Products Designed for Comfort and Better Outcomes?

Hi everyone, I wanted to share a bit of my story in case it helps others — and maybe learn something from your experiences too. I’ve been living with...

Hi everyone, I wanted to share a bit of my story in case it helps others — an...

Sandeepgwl

•11 days ago

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Dermatitis seborreic

Have proteinuria in urine last t time it was 200 in 24 hrs suddenly my skin started to dry the itch this white frosty stuff haven't done any blood tests yet I...

Have proteinuria in urine last t time it was 200 in 24 hrs suddenly my skin star...

Pantwhite

•11 days ago

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Proteinurea

I have trace proteinurea in my urine, how much proteinurea is considered under control ?

I have trace proteinurea in my urine, how much proteinurea is considered under c...

Viky45

•12 days ago

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ct scan

my gp has made me a appointment for a ct thorax abdomen pelvis with contrast ,and with the wasting I am having even though my appetite is ok,I think it's with...

my gp has made me a appointment for a ct thorax abdomen pelvis with contrast ,an...

Radars

•12 days ago

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Fresh Ingredients, Big Flavor: 5 Kidney-Friendly Spring Recipes

Spring into healthy eating with these 5 kidney-friendly recipes! Enjoy fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and simple meals that support your kidney health. Learn...

Spring into healthy eating with these 5 kidney-friendly recipes! Enjoy fresh ing...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•15 days ago

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dialyis

Thank you so much for the very useful and informative replies to help me make the right choice. I am much clearer now of the options ahead and am so glad I...

Thank you so much for the very useful and informative replies to help me make th...

Struppp

•15 days ago

1 Reply

dialysis

I have to decide between HD and PD as my kidney function is falling fast and I need help in choosing. I need to travel to Europe frequently for family...

I have to decide between HD and PD as my kidney function is falling fast and I n...

Struppp

•16 days ago

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meds for proteinuria

what med will help reduce proteinuria when you don’t have high bp, diabetes and no autoimmune issues casing the problem?

what med will help reduce proteinuria when you don’t have high bp, diabetes and ...

HelpmeGodplease1

•17 days ago

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rabies after transplant

i just read an article from a michigan paper where a kidney patient died from rabies from the infected kidney,which was donated in ohio.wtf?dont they screen...

i just read an article from a michigan paper where a kidney patient died from ra...

S_dillow

•18 days ago

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are dietitian any good

I am underweight, and I think it's because of proteinuria, my gp has referred me to one, I also have had zoledronic acid infusions for osteoporosis, do...

I am underweight, and I think it's because of proteinuria, my gp has referred me...

Radars

•18 days ago

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RENAL CARE

I would like to know, at what stage of CKD, do health services in other countries, consider it clinically appropriate for a patient to receive:1) Dialysis;......

I would like to know, at what stage of CKD, do health services in other countrie...

NEPHRO_DIARY

•19 days ago

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Confused about a book I recently read!

Just read a book by DR. Robert Carlson ",The kidney Disease Solution". I read it all this morning and i am confused because in the beginning he said to lower...

Just read a book by DR. Robert Carlson ",The kidney Disease Solution". I read i...

artron9

•19 days ago

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best b/p med for proteinuria

hi,I have got a face to face gp appointment on Thursday, for those on here who are on bp/meds which do you think is the best with least side effects for...

hi,I have got a face to face gp appointment on Thursday, for those on here who a...

Radars

•21 days ago

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PRAL Diet

Is the PRAL ( Predictive Renal Acidic Load ) helpful for CKD ?

Savio79

•21 days ago

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Advice on taking Areds2 supplement with single kidney

Hi, We often have multiple health problems so I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem. I have macular degeneration in my right eye,very poor...

Hi, We often have multiple health problems so I was wondering if anyone else has...

Teekay2

•21 days ago

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face to face appointment

hi,this is my first appointment face to face on Thursday since having 2 urine samples with protein in and bubbles and foam in the toilet bowl, what questions...

hi,this is my first appointment face to face on Thursday since having 2 urine sa...

Radars

•21 days ago

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Kidney transplant list

I have been away for a while due to a poor bowel prep for a required colonoscopy. Penn Med Transplant recipient team states that the colonoscopy has to be...

I have been away for a while due to a poor bowel prep for a required colonoscopy...

Lee75glom

•22 days ago

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Some advice?

My partner is currently 59 years old with a efgr of 20 , this is rapidly declining , his creatine is 288 and potassium is high , he is currently experiencing...

My partner is currently 59 years old with a efgr of 20 , this is rapidly declini...

LongLife8888

•23 days ago

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Posts - Kidney Disease | HealthUnlocked

Kidney Disease

BNP results

wasting and ct scan

Doctors remove pig kidney from an Alabama woman after a record 130 days....

Nothing to do with Kidneys but interesting...

contrast dyes

Newbie

CKD Diet

Undecided on Dialysis

Glurenorm discontinued

Microalb/Creat Ratio

CKD Patients: Avoid Contrast Dyes! here's why

Understanding Kidney Disease: The Silent Struggle and How Early Action Can Save Lives

Has Anyone Tried New Kidney Care Products Designed for Comfort and Better Outcomes?

Dermatitis seborreic

Proteinurea

ct scan

Fresh Ingredients, Big Flavor: 5 Kidney-Friendly Spring Recipes

dialyis

dialysis

meds for proteinuria

rabies after transplant

are dietitian any good

RENAL CARE

Confused about a book I recently read!

best b/p med for proteinuria

PRAL Diet

Advice on taking Areds2 supplement with single kidney

face to face appointment

Kidney transplant list

Some advice?

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