What Does Low Kidney Functioning Mean?

Posted on Tue, 30 Sep 2014

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Tue, 30 Sep 2014 Answered on

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Question : What does it mean if my kidneys are functioning low for my age?

What are the symptoms for low kidney function for my age?

Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Low Functioning Kidney

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for asking Health care magic forum.

A low functioning kidney for your age means Gfr (glomerular filtration rate),Urea level and Creatinine will be higher than the normal level for your age.
Physical symptoms which may vary according to severity are:
Tiredness or fatigue, puffiness or swelling of face, back pain, changes in appetite and digestion can be present.
Blood pressure will be increased also.Antibiotics like gentamycin and some drugs are avoided in such condition.
Diet should be maintained also.
Hope this may help you.Let me know if anything not clear.
Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Ashwin Bhandari