ive had really itchy skin for a while and i went to the drs and i got bloodwork done.liver tests,kidney tests,diabetes,thyroid,and to check for infection i think.i just called about my results and they said some of my levels were high and some were low.im waiting for a nurse to call me back and tell me what was what but im bugging out so badddddd im only 26 and im scared im dying.does any1 know what could be wrong?
2006-11-06 01:26:02 · 9 answers · asked by kahlien05 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
they also tested for cholesterol.i was suppose to fast for 10 hours and only have water all i had was some coffee with sugar in it
2006-11-06 01:29:51 · update #1
i forgot to mention i have had kidney stones before i dont know if this would matter
2006-11-06 01:34:58 · update #2
wait for the actual results. doubt youre dying
2006-11-06 01:27:59 · answer #1 · answered by David B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a copy of your labs in front of you, maybe I can help you right now. On the left side of the page will be the name of a specific element that was tested, such as Na+. In the center of the page, there will be a number - that's your result, such as 138mEq/L. On the right side of the page there is a range of normal levels, such as 135 - 145mEq/L. If you were tested for Cholesterol, Serum and the result is 160mg/dL, look at the right and you may see <200mg/dL. It means that a normal result is less than 200. Your results may an H or an L after one or more of them. H is high and L is low. Compare your results to the normal range on the right side. Don't panic if your results aren't within a normal range. It's not necessarily a big deal. But it would've been a lot more helpful (and less time consuming for me) to know which test you're talking about.
2016-05-22 03:38:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have this problem. I do have an underactive thyroid, but even on the medicine my skin was itching. I now take a Zyrtec daily and it helps so much, I can tell right away if I miss a dose because my skin itches like crazy. If you are having thyroid problems you might have other symptoms too, like aching wrists, puffy eyes, being tired, weight gain, and yes, the dry itchy skin, so that might be your problem. If they can't figure out why this is happening to you, then try the Zyrtec.
2006-11-06 01:32:24 · answer #3 · answered by nimo22 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that you are scared. I don't know what could be your problem, but soon you will have the results of your test and the doctor will be able to help you. I know how you feel - everytime I go for my six month check up for a condition I have, I want to "freak out". It is a pretty scarey thing. People always tell you not to be afraid, not to worry, but it is not easy when it is YOUR body, YOUR test results. I try to keep myself busy as possible while I am waiting for my test results. I will have to do this the rest of my life and that is just the way it is. So believe me, I know what you are going through and I will keep you in my prayers.
2006-11-06 01:31:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hardly think you are dying. When the nurse told you that some levels were high/low is nothing to worry about. You can make your white blood cell count be high just by coughing. Stress can also cause a high WBC count. Your EOS were probably elevated due to some kind of allergic reaction. Itchy skin can be numerous things, ie allergic reaction, winter dry skin, or at worst, a case of psoriasis or eczema. Chill out--you're NOT dying!
2006-11-06 01:34:53 · answer #5 · answered by Amy B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would mention to the nurses about drinking coffee with sugar
during the 10-12 fast. it may have effected some of the test results such as"tryglycerides and fasting glucose level. and possibly some of the other tests as well-(depending on when you had the drink.
i am not a physician but i know exactly how you feel-don't worry
im sure its not life threatening- ps i will also be praying for you today! i promise!!
2006-11-06 01:46:16 · answer #6 · answered by bonsai bobby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only fasting blood sugar requires fasting. He threw the book at you lab wise and I hear no mention of dermatologic findings or consult with dernatologist.
2006-11-06 01:44:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find out which values are high and which ones are low first. I would doubt very seriously that you are dying. You more than likely have hormonal imbalances or electrolyte imbalances. Things that can easily be corrected.
2006-11-06 01:31:44 · answer #8 · answered by swomedicineman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how could we know if u dont show the result
2006-11-06 01:29:18 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋