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Ultra sound shows right kidney not filtering as fast as left

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joanne26760
joanne26760

Hi I’ve recently been diagnosed with high blood pressure. My GP has sent me for a renal ultra sound. The lady scanning me said that my right kidney isn’t filtering as fast as the left. She wouldn’t tell me any more than that and I have to wait for my GP appointment next week. Iam a little concerned as I have no idea what it means. Does anyone else have this? Or experienced anything like it? 

Thanks 

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  • marj01201
    marj01201 joanne26760

    Posted

    It is really difficult not to worry. However, I would imagine that if this was anything really serious your GP would schedule you for an appointment sooner.

    Regardless, even though this is easier said than done, just try to relax. I usually plan a few special activities to due during the weeks as I wait something like this out. That helps me focus on something else. I also sometimes go visit a friend whom I haven't seen for a while. (I'm single and have no family left. If I had family left I would definitely visit a family member for the weekend.) 

    Anyway, I just do anything I can to keep my mind off the test and pass the time as quickly as possible. And I do try to think nothing but good thoughts until I have reason to think otherwise.

    Again, all of this is easier said than done.

    Best wishes!

    Marj

  • louise5027
    louise5027 joanne26760

    Posted

    Hi, I was similar to this. Dangerously high bp at a routine contraceptive check up. Sent for a ultrasound where it was discovered my right kidney was small and scarred, presumably from infections as a child. I have been at ckd stage 3 since diagnosis 17 years ago. My BP is controlled with meds and I live a normal life. 
    • joanne26760
      joanne26760 louise5027

      Posted

      Thank you for your replies both. I appreciate you taking the time 😘I have my Gp appointment on Tuesday so hopefully I will find out what’s going on. Do you take any medication for the CKD? Or just need bp meds.  X 

    • louise5027
      louise5027 joanne26760

      Posted

      Hi, I just take Bp meds and a diaretic x 

      I only have a check-up annually and never see a nephrologist or attend hospital. I rarely have infections and when I feel one starting I drink cranberry juice until I can get to the doctors.

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