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Debloubed

Debloubed

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Type 1
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Hi guys, just had a call from my GP surgery saying I need to go in for some pills as I have protein in my urine. Now, my last hba1c was 2 weeks ago and I haven't had the actual paperwork yet but I have had an appt with my DN team and nothing was mentioned about there being any issues with anything? I may be wrong, but wouldn't they have mentioned something if my protein levels were up?

Tightests BG control ever since I've been on a pump for 4 months, barely any BG readings over 10 and feel in tip top health. No protein issues ever before, so what's happened?! Has my 'luck' run out? Can protein problems be delayed? ie: I've had the problems for a while but they are only showing up on tests now?
 
Debloubed,

I'm sorry I don't know the answer to your question, but like most conditions they are better detected in the early stages, and thankfully your gp has picked up on this now.

I hope all goes well!

Nigel
 
thanks Nigel, I am currently very anti my GP since me recent test strip episode but now I am just confused as my DN's didn't mention it and I trust them?! confused.com.......I guess it will help to know the actual levels of the protein and how much it has gone up from the last test (which was ok).
 
I'd agree with Nigel. That's why it's so important we have these tests.
One thing that can sometimes influence the reading is heavy exercise or a UDI. So you might want to ask for another test soon.
Even so, It maybe that the doctor will want to put you on an ACE (ramipril) or an ARB. At low doses these protect the kidneys (and also keep blood pressure down. but you have to have higher doses if you have a BP problem). Lots of doctors (including mine) put people on these even when there hasn't yet been a detected problem since they are safe and work.
I'd get in contact with them and ask if you can see the doctor. Being given tablets without a full discussion and explanation doesn't see right.
 
Agreed! just called my Doc and he said my test results were fab but it was the protein in my urine sample which caused the concern, he explained about the 'valves' opening wider and allowing the protein through (explanation aimed at a dummy like me I think!) and that my kidneys are fine, etc, etc.

Phew! thanks for your comments guys :D feel better with the prescription reasons explained and feel less like slapping the receptionst who called me now for being so insensitive :mrgreen:
 
Pleased your kidneys are fine Debs! :D

Nigel
 
**update** - finally got a call back from my DN (she had been away!) and she was intrigued as to why my GP had dished out the drugs without doing further urine tests. She said that whilst it could be that I do need the Ramipril it could also be that I had an infection at the time of the urine sample or that I had eaten a lot of meat before testing! As I have had no problems with protein in the past, she wants to double check. So, she has sent me 3 test labels with instructions to obtain x3 more samples for analysis before she makes her diagnosis. Now I wonder, shouldn't the GP have done that before dishing out the pills?! The very same GP I might add who restricted my test strip supply as I was using 'far too many'?! the mind boggles........ 8)
 
Debs, I would have thought it would be logical to do follow-up tests, rather than go off one reading...... :roll: Hopefully your next readings will be normal, good to see your DN has her finger on the button! :D

Nigel
 
thanks Nigel, my DN is a pretty good sort, although she goes away far too often for my liking, I emailed her this morning to thank her for sending the labels so quickly and got an out of office reply, again! :lol: I'm hoping she is on a course or something and not constant holiday as I will start to get jealous :P

Anyway, fingers crossed for the results of these tests, although I do already have the script for the pills so I'm poised and ready, whatever the results :D
 
Latest news for anyone who is interested, just had test results from the follow up urine samples I provided and guess what? No protein in sight, no tablets required, business as usual :D Moral of this story? Always get a second opinion :lol:
 
Debloubed said:
Latest news for anyone who is interested, just had test results from the follow up urine samples I provided and guess what? No protein in sight, no tablets required, business as usual :D Moral of this story? Always get a second opinion :lol:
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Great news then Debs.............and good advice too! :D

Nigel
 
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