Question about BUN?

[BarbarasKP]

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!!

[willieandwinnie]

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. 

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

[paul.karen]

 

Hi Barbara..

Im way to new to answer your question just wanted to welcome you to IHD.

P&K

[Romona]

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!

[monrein]

Have you been eating more protein than usual?
   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.