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I have at least 1+ blood in my urine for years. i developed proteinuria. last test trace today it was 1+ no leuks or wbcs i also have mild priorbital edema with mild flank/back pain. -stones ideas?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Go see ur DR: Right away and get evaluated for kidney problems - glomerulonephritis, renal insufficiency; autoimmune conditions etc. God bless u! https://www.Ucdmc.Ucdavis.Edu/vascular/diseases/renal_insufficiency.Html.

Answered 4/13/2014

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A kidney biopsy: People with persistent hematuria require a kidney biopsy to reveal the underlying cause. Only with tissue can we offer you a definitive diagnosis. Your new proteinuria and periorbital edema is concerning for actual kidney damage and loss of enough proteinin your blood vessels causing edema. This is never normal but it is potentially treatable. Please schedule a visit with a nephrologist.

Answered 4/17/2014

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