Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
150 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Type Of Diet Or Foods Should Be Avoided By Patients With Kidney Problems ?

I would like to know what type of diet or foods I should avoid eating. I had some blood work done and have been told by my primary care physician said to check with my kidney specialist because my numbers have increased since my last test, not enough to indicate severe problems but I should check my diet.
posted on Tue, 15 Oct 2013
Twitter Sun, 2 Feb 2014 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 3 Feb 2014 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Endocrinologist,  's  Response
Hi,
Your query regarding diet control could be best answered if you provide the results of your kidney function tests i.e, urea and creatinine. If the disturbance is profound, then you should restrict intake of salt, protein and phoshphate containing foods like foods from animal origin and potassium containing foods like banana and citrus. Having said that, the dietry restriction is only advisable with advanced degree of kidney dysfunction which can be assessed by your creatinine levels.
Best regards
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Diabetes management


Loading Online Doctors....
What Type Of Diet Or Foods Should Be Avoided By Patients With Kidney Problems ?

Hi, Your query regarding diet control could be best answered if you provide the results of your kidney function tests i.e, urea and creatinine. If the disturbance is profound, then you should restrict intake of salt, protein and phoshphate containing foods like foods from animal origin and potassium containing foods like banana and citrus. Having said that, the dietry restriction is only advisable with advanced degree of kidney dysfunction which can be assessed by your creatinine levels. Best regards