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I ve low gfr calculated abbreviatd mdrd [ its 76 now ] and my urine smells very strong and strange since recently,is this sign of mild kidney failure?

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See nephrologist: Your eGFR is lower than desired, though not too bad. However, it would be prudent to see a kidney doctor to rule out treatable issues. You should drink more water, drink enough so that your urine is colorless and watery.

Answered 11/17/2015

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