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We missed the appointment because we have no electricity at this time. we will reschedule appointment. here are the things we need to discuss with you. 1. recurrent kidney stones taking urocit k 2. high fasting blood sugar taking metformin 3. high para

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Trouble...: Get Vit D, Uric acid level checked. If abnormal need to be treated to prevent stone formation. High parathyroid condition need PTH checked along with calcium...for further interpretation.

Answered 6/11/2015

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