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very very itchy skin, nothing stops the itchiness. constantly go to the bathroom and urine is very light. i get alot of headachs, i have a pain in my lower left back that does go away. if this is what i have, what kind of doctor do i see

Answer 1

The symptoms you describe are general and for a doctor to determine your medical problem " if any , I hope not " he has to do some examination and lab tests, go to a GP" general practitioner" or a family doctor first.
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Answer 2

You have to see a nephrologist. (I think that's how it is spelled). My sister has had renal insufficiency since she was 2 years old, she is now 27. She had a kidney transplant a few years ago. I am not exactly sure if those are all symptoms, but it would be a good idea to go directly to a Dr. and see what tests you can take in order to discard this as a problem or in order to get a treatment. Don't worry, though...It is not good to be feeding your imagination until a Dr. sees you. You may only have an infection in your urine tract. Good wishes to you!

Answer 3

The kidneys have a number of important functions. When they fail, many different things can go wrong. In CRI, the kidneys slowly lose their ability to function normally. This means that they concentrate urine, conserve salt and water, and lose the ability to excrete wastes. Their role in the growth process is also compromised, which can lead to growth failure.

One of the reasons for this growth failure centers on vitamin D, a nutrient that is activated by the kidneys. Activated vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium from foods, and also helps the bones absorb the right amount of calcium that will enable them to grow. When the kidneys are impaired, they are unable to activate vitamin D, and the bones cannot get enough calcium. Consequently, the growth process is interrupted. It's easy to see how poor nutrition can also contribute to growth failure in young people with CRI.

Often, the signs and symptoms of chronic renal insufficiency aren't evident until after serious damage has already occurred. As CRI progresses, the kidneys may fail to the point where either kidney dialysis (a medical procedure used to remove waste products from the bloodstream) or kidney transplantation becomes necessary to keep the patient alive.

Although a kidney transplant can return a child’s growth rate to normal, by that time growth potential may already have been lost. That is why therapy with growth hormone prior to kidney transplantation is an important component of the treatment strategy for chronic renal insufficiency.

Answer 4

I am so sorry to hear about your kitty. Nobody can say how long she will live, not even your vet ...it varies from cat to cat. This is one of the leading causes of death in older cats. Loss of appetite, increased thirst, excessive urination and weight loss are all signs of chronic renal insufficiency. The continuous decline in kidney function makes it impossible for the body to eliminate waste, regulate electrolytes and conserve water, leading to dehydration and a build up of wastes in the blood stream - poisoning the animal. A veterinarian may prescribe vitamin supplements, anabolic steroids, antibiotics and medications to treat anaemia and control vomiting. Until recently, no specific medication was available to slow the progression of chronic renal insufficiency. Now there is a proven medication available only from veterinarians. This medication works by reducing blood pressure and reducing harmful protein loss in the urine, making it easier for the kidney to function.If a cat has been diagnosed with chronic renal insufficiency, it is important that cat owners continue to consult the veterinarian on a regular basis to monitor its progress. I am sure it can be very painful when your body stores waste instead of expelling it. We had a Himalayan who suffered from this and he would cry out if you rubbed his sides accidentally, and sometimes he cried when he was in his litterbox. We eventually had him euthanised. Its horrible to see. Your cat has lived for a long time, and so she has age against her. I feel for you, as we just had our little 10 year old tortoiseshell put down this afternoon, due to cancer. My eyes still arent dry.... Edit: I read Kens answer and it is great. I do want to tell you to shop around a little bit ...my own father takes Renegal (phosphorous binder) and it is extremely expensive. I mean outrageously so...ask your vet for options. I am assuming that your vet already covered the low protein diet and all of that....Good luck to you.

Answer 5

You do have a couple of symptoms that could be, the itchy skin and light urine. However, I hope the light urine is from drinking adequate liquids, we should all have light urine if we are drinking enough.

The itchy skin could also be diabetes, or numerous skin conditions. And the pain in your lower back could be a bladder or kidney infection, which normally does not result in permanent damage. See you doctor as soon as possible, hopefully nothing serious is wrong, but you will know for sure.

If you do need a doctor that specializes in kidney problems you would need to see a nephrologists.

Good Luck! - - and keep drinking lots. All of our kidneys need liquids to be their best.

Answer 6

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