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Dialysis Discussion => Dialysis: Transplant Discussion => Topic started by: BarbarasKP on October 20, 2008, 12:35:53 PM
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Hello everyone! I am a new member here and I have a question. I have monthly labs done and I just learned today how to check my lab results online. My BUN usually runs around 15. My September labs show a jump to 26, and my October labs are at 23. My creatinine was 1.3 and 1.4. Should I be concerned? My transplant nurse does not seem to be - but I panic about my labs! I stay well hydrated, so I do not think that is the cause. Can someone ease my mind??!! Does anyone have any ideas??
Thank You all so much!!
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:welcomesign; Barbara. I'm sure one of the moderators will move this to the introduction section but for your question I found these on-line from a Neph site. Good luck and you have found one great group. We have loads of information and lots of support. :cuddle;
An elevated BUN can be due to many reasons. Some of the common causes are:
1. Dehydration
2. Steroid therapy
3. Blood in the intestines
4. High protein intake in diet
5. Congestive heart failure
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:welcomesign;
Hi Barbara..
Im way to new to answer your question just wanted to welcome you to IHD.
P&K
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I recently asked my nephrologist what numbers should I panic about. He said as long as creatinine stays stable, not to worry.
Mine flucuates between 1.0-1.4. Like you, I keep a close eye on my labs. I ended up in the hospital for 4 days because no one was monitoring my labs.
Welcome to this wonderful family! :waving;
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Have you been eating more protein than usual?
:welcomesign; to IHD by the way, and it would be nice to write an Introduction post so we can all welcome you and know a little about you. :flower;