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What Causes High Creatinine Level While I Was Travelling?
Question: My creatinine level vent from 165 to 240 in one week while I was traveling. Two days latter it was 205 and is still at the same level. Wouls atmospheric pressure or change in diet cause such a steep rise?
Brief Answer:
increase use of animal protein
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Creatinine levels can be affected by diet particularly increased use of protein particularly animal protein
Other factors that can increase creatinine are: (1) break down of muscle
(2)low levels of thyroid hormone
(3)side effect of medication- some antibiotics, steroids, testosterone
In acute renal failure there is also a rapid rise in creatinine levels but this would normally be associated with other signs and symptoms of renal failure such as decreased urinary output, fluid retention, loss of appetite, increased blood pressure, nausea, vomiting.
If none of hte symptoms of renal failure are present, your doctor may suggest repeating the level in a few days to determine if the increase is accurate.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
increase use of animal protein
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Creatinine levels can be affected by diet particularly increased use of protein particularly animal protein
Other factors that can increase creatinine are: (1) break down of muscle
(2)low levels of thyroid hormone
(3)side effect of medication- some antibiotics, steroids, testosterone
In acute renal failure there is also a rapid rise in creatinine levels but this would normally be associated with other signs and symptoms of renal failure such as decreased urinary output, fluid retention, loss of appetite, increased blood pressure, nausea, vomiting.
If none of hte symptoms of renal failure are present, your doctor may suggest repeating the level in a few days to determine if the increase is accurate.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: For further queries related to kidney problems and comprehensive renal care, talk to a Nephrologist. Click here to Book a Consultation.
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