Question 1

egfr has fluctuated between stg 2 and 3 for the pst 6 yrs. ckd is of unkwn origin. when should i see a nephrologist? have sjogrens, and other problems

Accepted Answer

Yesterday!: Those numbers are real low. Acetaminophen probably not good for you.

Question 2

my egfr hovers around 60, sometimes lower. i also am treated for high bp with ace/arb. my internist says i needn't see a nephrologist. is he right?

Accepted Answer

WRONG!: Your Internist is not being good to you!
You MUST see a Nephrologist!

Hope all goes well - please keep me informed!

Question 3

good morning doctors. i received blood work. my egfr is 52. bun is 28. creatinine is 1.49. i was told to speak to both a nephrologist and a urologist. could you please tell me what these results mean?

Accepted Answer

:  Good morning.Your kidney tests are slightly abnormal and need further investigation to find out why. It could be a medical or surgical reason. Nephrologist for medical  and Urologist for any surgical. wish the best

Question 4

are there any nephrologists in logan ut?

Accepted Answer

Can't find any: I look on http://www.Certificationmatters.Org and can't find any. Also looked on the healthtap directory and didn't find any. You might need to travel. Would recommend getting established with an internist or fp in logan and have them help you find a good nephrologist in the region. Sometimes a nephrologist will travel to different towns to make it easier for patients (a couple come to my clinic).

Question 5

what number should your gfr be at before seeing a nephrologist?

Accepted Answer

&lt;90: If your GFR is less than 90, it would be prudent to see a nephrologist.
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Question 6

do nephrologists only take care of the kidneys or other stuff too?

Accepted Answer

Kidneys plus: Nephrologists specialize in the kidneys, but kidney function is important for other body functions. Nephrologists also deal with bones, anemia and other complications of kidney disease.

Question 7

is there a way to avoid dialysis when your nephrologist orders you to have it?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding dialysis: When to start dialysis is sometimes an easy decision, and sometimes more difficult. If your nephrologist sees a need then there is a good chance there really is one, but there can be differences between nephrologists as to absolute need for dialysis in cases where the lab or clinical data are not clear cut. Tthere are many risks, benefits and alternatives to discuss, so a second opinion may help.

Question 8

could you give me a list of nephrologists in tulsa that take medicaid and medicare. i can't seem to find any.

Accepted Answer

Call : Call your local hospitals or insurance carrier for help in finding a participating provider. Also ask your primary care physician for recommendations.

Question 9

nephrologist said she thinks i may have pdk despite my age & no history of it in my family. made it sound like nothing to really  worry about. is it?

Accepted Answer

CKD vs ADPCKD: The former (chronic kidney disease) indicates you have some degree of kidney dysfunction.  This needs a diagnosis and follow up.

The latter is a hereditary disease (autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease) that requires an in depth evaluation.

Question 10

what does a nephrologist do?

Accepted Answer

A kidney specialist: Nephrologists take care of patients with kidney problems.  These include acute kidney injury, chronic kidney diseases, kidney stones, high blood pressure, glomerulonephritis (inflammation of kidney tissue), and kidney failure.

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Egfr has fluctuated between stg 2 and 3 for the pst 6 yrs. ckd is of unkwn origin. when should i see a nephrologist? have sjogrens, and other problems

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My egfr hovers around 60, sometimes lower. i also am treated for high bp with ace/arb. my internist says i needn't see a nephrologist. is he right?

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Good morning doctors. i received blood work. my egfr is 52. bun is 28. creatinine is 1.49. i was told to speak to both a nephrologist and a urologist. could you please tell me what these results mean?

A member asked:

Are there any nephrologists in logan ut?

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What number should your gfr be at before seeing a nephrologist?

A member asked:

Do nephrologists only take care of the kidneys or other stuff too?

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Is there a way to avoid dialysis when your nephrologist orders you to have it?

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Could you give me a list of nephrologists in tulsa that take medicaid and medicare. i can't seem to find any.

A member asked:

Nephrologist said she thinks i may have pdk despite my age & no history of it in my family. made it sound like nothing to really worry about. is it?

A member asked:

What does a nephrologist do?

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