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I am a 58 year old type 2 diabetic a1c 5.9. creatinine 1.4 bun 21 gfr 55...some fat in kidneys..do i have kidney disease?
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Yes: Your subnormal GFR indicates kidney disease and you should consult a nephrologist.
Answered 12/9/2018
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