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Bun 26 high . creatinine 1.59 high . gfr 54 low . is my kidney fine ? dr. said that blood work is great !!! my age is 38.

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Kidneys: First question is what were your numbers on previous tests? The next is are you drinking enough water? I would recheck the labs in 2 weeks to make sure there is no worsening of the kidney's function.

Answered 11/27/2017

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Renal sufficiency.: Granted, I’m unaware as to how these numbers compare to those you may have had in the past. At face values, these numbers suggest a significant degree of renal insufficiency. These numbers should be compared to those you’ve had before to see if they’re worsening or improving. Regardless, you would be wise to see a kidney doctor sooner rather than later.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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Elevated creatinine: Creatinine of 1.59 is high . Are you dehydrated?Drink 2-3 liters water/ juice gatorade . Take supplements with creatine? Stop . Why are you on Plaquenil? Lupus? other autoimmune? What is blood pressure?That affects kidneys. Why catherization? did you recently have the cath or CT with contrast ? Contrast can raise creatinine(CR). Smoke ? Stop. Repeat Cr in 1 week and follow up with nephrology

Answered 11/27/2017

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