Thyroid/Hashimotos and CKD
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I'm new to this forum and had a question regarding kidney problems. I have had an underactive thyroid (hashimotos) for 15 years (was diagnosed at 6 years old). I have had many different kidney issues over the years but nothing serious. I've had a kidney stone and a lot of blood in the urine on many occasions. I would regularly get sent down to a specialist at CHOP and was simply monitored. The last kidney check up was probably 5 or 6 years ago now and I've recently started with kidney pain. It's only my left side and it's sooo crampy. I'm drinking enough water and it comes out of nowhere. I've got to make an appointment with my GP but I wanted to find out if this pain is normal or not. Also wanted to ask if you guys think there is a link between kidney problems and thyroid disease. Thanks!
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john75639 anne91595
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There is a possibility. My thyroid is either too high or to low or normal. Don't know why it doesn't stay normal. I am also on dialysis, so that may be the cause. I heard about Hastimotos years ago but didn't think I had it. I am a male and have been on dialysis since 2014, but since the levels go up or down.
Maybe someone else on this forum, may have answers for you Good luck
VictoriaRoy anne91595
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Hi Anne, yes there are definitely links between Hashimotos and kidney problems. Just google it, there is a lot to read on the subject. I'm inclined to think that my recent fast decline in kidney function is down to my thyroid disease
I can't advise with your other problem, best to see the GP asap esp as you have pain. I hope you get better very soon!
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