High Levels of Protein in the Kidneys

[Ropo]

Ok Get Big doctors.

I was at the doc last week and my blood work came back high levels of protein in the kidneys.
The chick that called with the results says the doctor wants me to come back in and retest in a week and maybe see a kidney guy.
What causes high protein leves in the kidneys? Mine were at 1.5.
Is is this because I'm a beast and eat shit loads of flesh and am a animal in the gym?
Or have I been cracking one off too many times a day. (I'm not stopping)

You didn't tell how much protein you intake per day. If you eat like average person, that maybe is some random error, you have run just before etc. If you consume tons of protein and overdo it like a moron, just start to look for organ donor.

[nicorulez]

Also I had the flu prior to this.  I was on antibiotics and the doc had me taking 4 ibprophen every 4 hrs until my fever broke. Could that elevate those levels?

I suspect she was talking about your creatinine, normal range usually 0.8 to 1.3 or so depending on the lab. Here is the deal, if you a big MOFO who is muscular and a urine study shows no protein or blood you are good to go. Creatinine is formed from the break down of creatine phosphokinase which is the energy source for your muscles. If you had the flu and work out hard I bet you that your renal function is essentially normal. Once again if any questions I would ask for a renal consultation as most GP's are twits with their heads up their asses.

[nicorulez]

Ok....what the FUCK.

I got out of the hospital on Dec27th.  I was severely ill with a throat infection. Bedridden for three weeks..missed work etc....I just didn't tell anyone or ask for money .

While I was there I requested a urine test and the Protien came back + 25.  The doctor said I'm fine and have nothing to worry about.  Is he an asshole ?

Groink wait a few weeks and get a repeat BMP and UA. If protein persists then for your longterm health get a consultation with a kidney specialist. I have started two bodybuilders on dialysis this past year and it turns out they high levels of protein for years from their AS abuse. Moreover, they abused NSAIDs like ibuprofren. Be proactive with your health. To the average GP, you are a 75 buck ten minute office visit who they need to move thru and out to get to the next one. Sorry, that is the state of medicine these days.

[Karl Kox]

I suspect she was talking about your creatinine, normal range usually 0.8 to 1.3 or so depending on the lab. Here is the deal, if you a big MOFO who is muscular and a urine study shows no protein or blood you are good to go. Creatinine is formed from the break down of creatine phosphokinase which is the energy source for your muscles. If you had the flu and work out hard I bet you that your renal function is essentially normal. Once again if any questions I would ask for a renal consultation as most GP's are twits with their heads up their asses.

Thanks for you help man. Do you think I should go back and let them do test again or do you think I should just go to a specialist?

[galeniko]

uh.oh.

this is kinda what i thought.

if getbiggers or just lifitng ppl who use bit suplements here and there, if they do go and have bloodwork done, the results in some parameters will be suprising ,if not a bit shocking.

this is why i always try to say, do the bloodwork.

nico will agree with me, as long theres no protein in the urine, youre still good to go.if theres protein in the urine, you are fucked.

if the kidneys shrink in size, you are fucked.

avoid pain meds when on supplemetns.

only eat as much protein as is needed,get a feel for that.

@karlcox, love you brother, yah now it makes sense,lol a useless clerk girl talked the numbers with you.

but didnt you get a printed sheet with results?

[Marty Champions]

Nothing to do with the amount of protein you eat, has to do with your kidneys not being able to process it correctly. Derek Anthony.

hmm i bet derek anthony avoided sugars too look where it took him

and hmm i guess eating meat has nothing to do with how your kidneys function

[Marty Champions]

Ok....what the FUCK.

I got out of the hospital on Dec27th.  I was severely ill with a throat infection. Bedridden for three weeks..missed work etc....I just didn't tell anyone or ask for money .

While I was there I requested a urine test and the Protien came back + 25.  The doctor said I'm fine and have nothing to worry about.  Is he an asshole ?

anything in the throat is due to tonsils wich are an immune nodule , clean up your diet

[Karl Kox]

uh.oh.

this is kinda what i thought.

if getbiggers or just lifitng ppl who use bit suplements here and there, if they do go and have bloodwork done, the results in some parameters will be suprising ,if not a bit shocking.

this is why i always try to say, do the bloodwork.

nico will agree with me, as long theres no protein in the urine, youre still good to go.if theres protein in the urine, you are fucked.

if the kidneys shrink in size, you are fucked.

avoid pain meds when on supplemetns.

only eat as much protein as is needed,get a feel for that.

@karlcox, love you brother, yah now it makes sense,lol a useless clerk girl talked the numbers with you.

but didnt you get a printed sheet with results?

No because I got my results over the phone. I travel for work and will just get back in town today.

[Necrosis]

I suspect she was talking about your creatinine, normal range usually 0.8 to 1.3 or so depending on the lab. Here is the deal, if you a big MOFO who is muscular and a urine study shows no protein or blood you are good to go. Creatinine is formed from the break down of creatine phosphokinase which is the energy source for your muscles. If you had the flu and work out hard I bet you that your renal function is essentially normal. Once again if any questions I would ask for a renal consultation as most GP's are twits with their heads up their asses.

CK is an enzyme you moron, it does not break down, it acts as a catalytic in creatine metabolism.

[nicorulez]

Thanks for you help man. Do you think I should go back and let them do test again or do you think I should just go to a specialist?

Get a repeat Basic Metabolic Panel and UA in a couple of weeks after you have adequately hydrated. Cut out Creatine monohydrate or excessive protein diets. Get the labs back. Let me know by PM.

[nicorulez]

CK is an enzyme you moron, it does not break down, it acts as a catalytic in creatine metabolism.

Sorry necrosis, I meant creatine phosphate which is the energy source for muscles. Creatinine is derived from this. BTW dipshit, who are you to call me a moron. I misspoke. Big deal. You sound like an insecure asswad.

I know the creatine kinase is found in brain, heart, and muscle tissue. I was in a rush.

[Karl Kox]

Get a repeat Basic Metabolic Panel and UA in a couple of weeks after you have adequately hydrated. Cut out Creatine monohydrate or excessive protein diets. Get the labs back. Let me know by PM.

Will do. Thanks.

[LurkerNoMore]

Karl,

bloodwork cannot tell you that you have protein in your kidneys (ie urine). It may show hypoalbuminemia or low serum albumin, for which a glomerulonephritis can be culprit. Hope that helps. A physician can do a test called a spot urine protein to spot urine creatinine to determine an approximate amount of protein being spilled in the kidneys. Stay strong and get a referral ASAP. Family medicine docs are amateurs in kidney disease and you need a renal specialist. If you live in FL let me know and I will try to help you out.

^^^ Exactly.

[arce1988]

kidney problems suck






worst pain in my entire life

[Necrosis]

Sorry necrosis, I meant creatine phosphate which is the energy source for muscles. Creatinine is derived from this. BTW dipshit, who are you to call me a moron. I misspoke. Big deal. You sound like an insecure asswad.

I know the creatine kinase is found in brain, heart, and muscle tissue. I was in a rush.

Calm down pumpkin, I was trolling you. I know more about medicine then you and I thought I would correct you.

Just making sure the resident kidney expert isn't giving out shit advice.

[nicorulez]

Calm down pumpkin, I was trolling you. I know more about medicine then you and I thought I would correct you.

Just making sure the resident kidney expert isn't giving out shit advice.

Really, you do??? Are you double board certified dipshit. I make one mistake and you troll on me. I figure you get your medical knowledge from wiki 

[Necrosis]

Really, you do??? Are you double board certified dipshit. I make one mistake and you troll on me. I figure you get your medical knowledge from wiki 

I am medicine incarnate

[Karl Kox]

I just went back to the doc. It was creatinine level that was 1.5. I asked the to test my pee pee it came back normal. I'll get my blood work back tomorrow. My finger stick was 82.

[galeniko]

I just went back to the doc. It was creatinine level that was 1.5. I asked the to test my pee pee it came back normal. I'll get my blood work back tomorrow. My finger stick was 82.

oh well,all good, see?

creatinine will be up for studs like us

how was urea?

[Karl Kox]

oh well,all good, see?

creatinine will be up for studs like us

how was urea?

One the first test 18.  

Won't have the blood work done today until tomorrow.

[Marty Champions]

WHat are you karl kocks a dumbass? you need to be eating MORE MEAT for those kidneys if you want a better life cut your sugars down to zero and triple your meat intake

[Karl Kox]

WHat are you karl kocks a dumbass? you need to be eating MORE MEAT for those kidneys if you want a better life cut your sugars down to zero and triple your meat intake

Duh. Everyone knows I'm a dumb ass.

[pellius]

I just went back to the doc. It was creatinine level that was 1.5. I asked the to test my pee pee it came back normal. I'll get my blood work back tomorrow. My finger stick was 82.

That's good news. The gfr calculator depends on creatinine levels and age. Also, if you're Black your calculation is adjusted because Blacks tend to carry more muscle mass. So something to keep in mind for the few that actually work out here and carries above average muscle mass. 

http://www.davita.com/gfr-calculator/index.cfm?gclid=CPaamMX_jrwCFas9QgodWUoASw

[El Diablo Blanco]

Karl I am a kidney specialist. High protein is not the result of high protein diets. You likely have a disease called a glomerulonephritis. I suspect being on GB that you have used anabolics at some point in your life, if not actively. Anabolic steroids are associated with a disease called FSGS or focal segmental glomerulosclerosis. Proteinuria causes intrinsic inflammation in your kidneys and can lead to renal failure and dialysis in five years or less. I recommend you ask for a nephrology referral ASAP and cut out anabolics if you are using. Stop all NSAIDs like Advil, Motrin, or Aleve. If you smoke, quit immediately. I hope all goes well. You may need a renal biopsy if the renal specialist evaluates you and feels it is appropriate. Hope all is well...peace.

I don't think he has glomerulonephritis.  His urine would otherwise be super dark and he would be urinating a lot less, sometimes once a day to not all at for a day or so.

[Karl Kox]

As soon as I get the results from my blood work back I'll let y'all know. My urine is very very light yellow. On my urine test yesterday under color is said straw. I drink at leaset a gallon a day. I drink maybe one soda a month and don't drink alcohol.  I really do try and take pretty goog care of myself. The only thing I'm kinda worried about is the sups I've taken.  I know they can be hard on the kidneys.