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Successful transplant of pig kidney into a human. Good news

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/gene-edited-pig-kidney-transplanted-brain-dead-patient/story?id=102306767#:~:text=Doctors%20at%20NYU%20Langone%20in%20New%20York%2

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/gene-edited-pig-kidney-transplanted-brain-dead-pat...

jodaer

•9 months ago

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Egfr.

Hi,Does anyone know about egfr readings? Recently had a blood test which showed mine is 71. It was 77 in April. Is it an accurate reading or is it literally...

Hi,Does anyone know about egfr readings? Recently had a blood test which showed ...

Rekw

•9 months ago

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Ckd and jury service uk

Hi, I've had stage 3a/3b ckd for over a year now. Most days I feel quite fatigued, but another symptom I have is concentration problems, retaining information...

Hi, I've had stage 3a/3b ckd for over a year now. Most days I feel quite fatigue...

Blackcat122

•9 months ago

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mounjaro tips

i was just put on 2.5 mcg of mounjaro to go to 5 mcg .would appreciate any tips

i was just put on 2.5 mcg of mounjaro to go to 5 mcg .would appreciate any tips...

S_dillow

•9 months ago

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ckd and menopause supplements

I have stage 3 ckd in my one remaining kidney. Unf just hit menopause, but concerned about taking supplements as many are classed as protein which is a bit of...

I have stage 3 ckd in my one remaining kidney. Unf just hit menopause, but conce...

rockk

•9 months ago

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YTI repeats

My UTI Is back after having 10 days of antibiotics Is anyone else getting these repeat UTIs ?

My UTI Is back after having 10 days of antibiotics Is anyone else getting these ...

crackers2

•9 months ago

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Shjuold I Take Farxiga?

New Nephrologist immediately urged me to start with medication: FARXIGA (Dapagliflozin). eGFR fluctuates between 25 and 29 (since Covid event). Fasting...

New Nephrologist immediately urged me to start with medication: FARXIGA (Dapagli...

Last2Go

•9 months ago

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Look what I found.

I've been looking for a good source to find the glycemic index. I found it and also found a site where it tells you about almost all foods. Check it out....

I've been looking for a good source to find the glycemic index. I found it and ...

jodaer

•9 months ago

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Voltorol gel

I know this is probably a question for my nephrologist but getting hold of him is proving elusive. i have stage 3b ckd and have a constant (unrelated) bad...

I know this is probably a question for my nephrologist but getting hold of him i...

Danoco

•9 months ago

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Very worried

I have posted on here before but briefly as i'm panicking. I am on EGFR 7 on PD dialysis. For the last couple of months i've been getting these sores on my...

I have posted on here before but briefly as i'm panicking. I am on EGFR 7 on PD...

half-glass-full

•9 months ago

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Kidney disease and anxiety

I have been diagnosed stage 3 with kidney disease. Very nervous what to eat. No appetite. Family dr gives no help. Can't see her for three months. I am alone...

I have been diagnosed stage 3 with kidney disease. Very nervous what to eat. No ...

crackers2

•9 months ago

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ozempic and other drugs like it

i read an article that said insurance was going to stop covering weight loss drugs like ozempic and wegovy and a list of others.i wish i could remember the...

i read an article that said insurance was going to stop covering weight loss dru...

S_dillow

•9 months ago

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Chlorthalidone 25mg

I've been on enalapril-hctz about two months he gave me a cortisone shot 7/13/23 in my foot for plantar fasciitis and said this will cure it an about 2 hours...

I've been on enalapril-hctz about two months he gave me a cortisone shot 7/13/23...

neidrum

•9 months ago

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GREAT INFO FROM KIDNEY DOCTOR

I’d like you recommend this very informative video from Dadvice TV. The nephrologist gives explanation and advice for different stages of kidney disease,...

I’d like you recommend this very informative video from Dadvice TV. The nephrolo...

HisLittleOne

•9 months ago

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Vasulitis

My gp is organising tests for vasculitis,very worried,any advise would be appreciated,

My gp is organising tests for vasculitis,very worried,any advise would be apprec...

HOLLYANNhopefulanna

•9 months ago

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Need information

Hubby had kidney removed because of cancer. We found the right medication for his high blood pressure but his creatinine levels are still uncontrollable....

Hubby had kidney removed because of cancer. We found the right medication for hi...

Hidden

•10 months ago

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help with dipstick.. possible UTI?

hi! Can anybody please help with what the results of this dipstick indicate? I know that positive leukocytes, protein and blood can indiacate a UTI but I have...

hi! Can anybody please help with what the results of this dipstick indicate? I k...

Amyflood246

•10 months ago

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COVID and GFR decline

I was wondering if anyone experienced a decline in kidney function after having COVID? I was 43 with a GFR of 45. I had been diagnosed with ckd a few years...

I was wondering if anyone experienced a decline in kidney function after having...

Cbailey

•10 months ago

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Peritoneal Dialysis

Do we have to bandage out sites for the duration of having it? I did not like the belt so I use the lanyards for my catheter; they are more comfortable.

Do we have to bandage out sites for the duration of having it? I did not like th...

SadMad

•10 months ago

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DEXCOM

I know this is a diabetic question, but I know the people here and some have mentioned they or their spouses use a DEXCOM. How does it work? I understand you...

I know this is a diabetic question, but I know the people here and some have men...

jodaer

•10 months ago

17 Replies

And another question, this for the people who have the AV fistula but are not yet on dialysis or had it for a while before dialysis.

My neph, at my last visit, suggested I get the AV fistula right away. She said it could take a year to heal. My eGFR is at 30 and I think she is rushing me...

My neph, at my last visit, suggested I get the AV fistula right away. She said ...

jodaer

•10 months ago

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Lyrica or gabapentin.

Does anyone here take either med? If so, do you know if it affects our kidneys. All I can find is tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, which most...

Does anyone here take either med? If so, do you know if it affects our kidneys....

jodaer

•10 months ago

13 Replies

Fatigue and lethargy

I’m stage 4 ckd, and I am experiencing fatigue and lethargy on a daily basis. I find that I have very little energy, and I can barely accomplish anything...

I’m stage 4 ckd, and I am experiencing fatigue and lethargy on a daily basis. I ...

CuriousCKD

•10 months ago

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Nausea

Trying to do all I can with diet and exercise but still get nausea alot. Sometimes before a meal and sometimes after. The Dr told me to take a pesid everyday...

Trying to do all I can with diet and exercise but still get nausea alot. Someti...

itzmich

•10 months ago

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immunosuppression, Covid, and back to office policies

Is there anyone else whose reasonable accommodation request to telecommute full time due to immunosuppression during Covid was completely disregarded and...

Is there anyone else whose reasonable accommodation request to telecommute full ...

MsAmyM

•10 months ago

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Hi! I’m new here!

I found this site researching kidney disease. A year ago I had an eGFR of 23 then six months later it went up two points to 25 now it’s been six more months...

I found this site researching kidney disease. A year ago I had an eGFR of 23 th...

Skyebeam

•10 months ago

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GFR dropping

Good day: I am new to this hub. I am also on the high blood pressure hub and a hub for Polymyalgia Rheumatica/Giant Cell Arteritis, which I have. My GFR...

Good day: I am new to this hub. I am also on the high blood pressure hub and...

phebamom

•10 months ago

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What diet to follow?

My 66 y.o. husband has a Gfr of 53 and 15 to 30 protein in urine. He was first diagnosed 19 months ago and Gfr has changed very little. His PCP tells him to...

My 66 y.o. husband has a Gfr of 53 and 15 to 30 protein in urine. He was first ...

Hidden

•10 months ago

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Bun creatine ratio

Just a question, on lab work my Bun alone is within range, my creatine alone is within range, but my ratio is high. My GFR has been about 105. Should I be...

Just a question, on lab work my Bun alone is within range, my creatine alone is ...

Comet88

•10 months ago

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Electrolytes and Kidneys

Hello everyone, thanks for thriving each day!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Staying hydrated with the ability to use drinks with electrolytes has been a challenge. I added...

Hello everyone, thanks for thriving each day!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Staying hydrated ...

Praisepraise

•10 months ago

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Posts - Kidney Disease | HealthUnlocked

Kidney Disease

All posts for August 2023

Successful transplant of pig kidney into a human. Good news

Egfr.

Ckd and jury service uk

mounjaro tips

ckd and menopause supplements

YTI repeats

Shjuold I Take Farxiga?

Look what I found.

Voltorol gel

Very worried

Kidney disease and anxiety

ozempic and other drugs like it

Chlorthalidone 25mg

GREAT INFO FROM KIDNEY DOCTOR

Vasulitis

Need information

help with dipstick.. possible UTI?

COVID and GFR decline

Peritoneal Dialysis

DEXCOM

And another question, this for the people who have the AV fistula but are not yet on dialysis or had it for a while before dialysis.

Lyrica or gabapentin.

Fatigue and lethargy

Nausea

immunosuppression, Covid, and back to office policies

Hi! I’m new here!

GFR dropping

What diet to follow?

Bun creatine ratio

Electrolytes and Kidneys

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