I’m a 38 year old moderately healthy, only few pounds overweight, female. Recently I had a prolonged SVT where I ended up in ER having a shot of adenosine. Three days later I had some bloods and my eGFR came back at 59 (creatinine 104). I checked my bloods I got done last year and the eGFR was 74. Although I’m scheduled in for another blood test in a few weeks I’m hoping someone can give me some information as I’m worrying a bit! I have low BP and no diabetes.
Thank you! 
Hi and welcome to the community.I have some minor heart issues as well as T2D and Hypertension. Right now I have everything under control. My diabetic kidney disease is controlled by a kidney-friendly meal plan and my hypertension is controlled with medication. I also have a regular exercise regimen that helps with heart issues. As we age, the kidneys do lose function. Having said that, at 38 you aren't yet in that category.
Tracking your lab results is a great idea. In addition to tracking your eGFR and serum creatinine add to the list your protein, potassium, phosphorus, sodium, calcium, albumin-creatinine ratio (ACR), and blood urea nitrogen (BUN).
You can visit the davita.com website and register for a free, virtual, 90-minute Kidney Smart class. You can learn a lot about CKD and secure valuable information and resources. Then, if you are diagnosed with CKD you'll have enough information to ask questions and not waste time. DaVita also has a RECIPES tab that will give you enough of an idea of what you'll need to do to slow the progression of CKD. A personalized meal plan and an exercise regimen, designed by your doctors for you are the most crucial parts of the plan you need to develop to allow you to live the life you want, albeit with some changes.
This is a great community that will provide you with a lot of insight as to expectations involved in dealing with a chronic illness.
Best of luck.
Hi Agent K! I wouldn't worry too much at this time. You will will have a much better grip on what is happening after your next blood labs. You reported that you have low blood pressure, experienced SVT, and was treated with adenosine. This probably has a lot to do with electrolytes as adenosine is associated with electrolyte transport and absorption in tissues. As this straightens out, I suspect your organs (heart, kidneys, etc.) will bounce back. In my experience with a heart arrhythmia and low blood pressure due to low sodium and chloride, it took a little while for this happen and to feel well. (I also had a blood draw after a month and then again at 4 months to track progress.) Simply continue to be mindful while your doctor follows up with you. If your situation doesn't improve, then there are ways to improve your kidney function.
Thanks all. Really appreciate you taking the time to allay some of my fears. Always great to be armed with information!
Look up Adenosine and see if it can damage the kidneys. It may be temporary and kidneys will return to normal function.
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