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Newberg, OR
January 25
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Members rallied around the question of whether gaining 20 pounds in 5 days is normal with CKD, with the clear consensus being that it is not... Read more

Members rallied around the question of whether gaining 20 pounds in 5 days is normal with CKD, with the clear consensus being that it is not normal and requires prompt medical attention. Several members shared that rapid weight gain like this is likely fluid retention, with some describing their own experiences gaining 20 to 25 pounds in a week and finding relief through diuretics like Torsemide, along with cutting back on sodium. A recurring theme was the urgency of contacting a doctor or even going to the emergency room, as fluid buildup can affect the heart.

A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

You need to add more vegetables and fruits to your diet.

January 26
A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

Have you been eating a healthy diet ? This diet Ckd is hard to follow because it has so many don't. we have to maintain a healthy lifestyle moving forward .
you should contact your doctor on this .

January 25
A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

I'm so sorry you're having to go through that. I'm allergic to lemon, a ND the reaction isn't nearly as bad as yours, but any reaction is hard to deal with. Hope the 4 weeks go by fast.

February 3
A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

You must be having too much high. Sodium foods you have to get on a good diet plan.
And stick to it that can cause lymphedema, and that's not a good thing you need to consult your doctor right away.

February 2
A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

Could b retaining water ck with Dr

January 28

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