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02-02-2011, 08:12 PM
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You shouldn't worry abut it too much, but do keep up with the tests because you could have something going on - or it could be pretty much nothing. Kidney function is really funny - it is affected by many things - over exercising can cause what looks like kidney failure. On the other hand, you could have some disease process that is damaging your kidneys, but I would think that is highly unlikely. The best thing is to take care of yourself, stay hydrated, eat right, watch your blood pressure and your blood sugar, and monitor the kidneys closely.
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02-03-2011, 06:13 AM
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Thanks Gayle. When I was younger I was sent to tons of specialists to figure out what was going on. I don't even remember what they all were but I know one was lupus... I think I went to at least 10 specialists for different things to rule them out. In the end, the kidney specialist figured I had some sort of disease or disorder that I can't remember the name of anymore. When it got better I figured it was over with. I still get tests constantly though. I see my doctor tons because he wants to keep up on everything! Everytime I see him I walk away with another test to have done.
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02-03-2011, 10:45 AM
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Oh Lindsey I'm so sorry you got frighten but your right sometimes internet is too much. I'm sure you will be just fine.
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02-03-2011, 12:14 PM
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Yes, Lupus is one of the diseases that can cause microalbumin to be high. I'm really glad that they are on top of it! I wouldn't worry, but I would definitely be alert to any issues.
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02-05-2011, 04:58 PM
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It sounds like you're going to be okay! Thank goodness Linds!!!
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07-05-2011, 08:45 AM
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I just wanted to update this! I went for blood tests right before we left for Europe, and I went to the doctor for results today. My microalbumin is down to 37! It's still higher than "normal" but wayyyyyyyyyyy lower than the 293 it was at before! Actually, everything has improved for me. I am taking vitamins pretty religiously now so I guess that is helping. My diet and exercise hasn't changed much otherwise.
Scott's doing better in all areas too, except blood sugar. It's still normal, but the doctor would still like it lower because he's young and he doesn't want him to risk getting Type II diabetes as he grows older.
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07-05-2011, 08:03 PM
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It all sounds really good!!! Yay!!!
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