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7 Early Signs Your Kidneys Need Help \u2013 What eGFR Is Really Telling You<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Your kidneys silently filter about 50 gallons of blood every single day, removing waste and balancing fluids. But when they begin to fail \u2014 especially in people with diabetes \u2014 the symptoms often do not show until serious damage has already occurred.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s where the Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) comes in. This simple blood test gives a precise measure of kidney function, detecting issues long before symptoms appear.<\/p>\n

Here are 7 early signs your kidneys may be under stress \u2014 and what your eGFR test is really trying to tell you.<\/p>\n

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    You Feel Tired All the Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Low kidney function leads to the buildup of toxins in your blood. This can make you feel constantly fatigued or weak \u2014 even if your blood sugar is under control.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re tired despite good rest and glucose control, get your eGFR tested.<\/p>\n

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      You\u2019re Urinating Less or More Frequently<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Changes in urination \u2014 whether it\u2019s too much, too little, or foamy\u2014 could signal that your kidneys aren\u2019t working well.<\/p>\n

      eGFR helps confirm if these changes are due to kidney disease or something else .<\/p>\n

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        Swelling in Your Feet, Ankles or Face<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        When the kidneys can\u2019t filter properly, fluid builds up in the body. If your shoes feel tight or your face looks puffy in the morning, it is time to check your eGFR.<\/p>\n

        Swelling is one of the earliest physical signs of poor kidney function.<\/p>\n

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          Your Creatinine or Urea Levels Are High<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          eGFR is calculated using serum creatinine, age and gender. It gives a clearer picture than just creatinine alone \u2014 especially in early kidney damage.<\/p>\n

          If your creatinine is borderline, eGFR can catch the decline before it worsens.<\/p>\n

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            You Have Long-Standing Diabetes or High BP<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Both conditions can quietly damage kidney filters (nephrons) over time. The eGFR test detects subtle drops in kidney function \u2014 even when other tests seem normal.<\/p>\n

            People with diabetes should get eGFR tested at least once a year.<\/p>\n

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              You Have Trouble Concentrating or Experience Brain Fog<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Build-up of urea and waste in the blood (a result of declining kidney function) can lead to mental fatigue, confusion, or poor memory.<\/p>\n

              eGFR reveals if poor concentration may be linked to declining filtration.<\/p>\n

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                You Take Medications That Affect the Kidneys<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                If you\u2019re on long-term use of NSAIDs (painkillers), antibiotics, or metformin, regular eGFR checks are essential to ensure your kidneys are safely processing your medication.<\/p>\n

                The eGFR test helps your doctor adjust doses or change treatment as needed.<\/p>\n

                eGFR Reference Chart<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                eGFR (mL\/min\/1.73m\u00b2)<\/strong><\/td>\nKidney Function<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                90+<\/td>\nNormal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                60\u201389<\/td>\nMild decrease<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                30\u201359<\/td>\nModerate impairment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                15\u201329<\/td>\nSevere impairment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                <15<\/td>\nKidney failure<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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                Don\u2019t Wait for Symptoms<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                At Dr. Mohan\u2019s Diabetes Specialities Centre, eGFR is a routine part of our kidney screening for people with diabetes. Early detection helps prevent dialysis or end-stage kidney disease.<\/p>\n

                Visit us for more: https:\/\/drmohans.com\/lab\/<\/a><\/p>\n

                Book your health package now: https:\/\/drmohansdiabetes.co.in\/dmdsc_packages\/?package=DMD1504<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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