Kidney Patient Guide

Following on from my nephrology appt last week, I've just received the report. It states I must avoid taking diclofenac and other nsaids. So what can I take? It suggests paracetamol, but I was put on diclofenac once paracetamol wasn't working. What do kidney patients take for pain relief?

At 3pm. I'm quietly concerned at what ill discover and guess ill be here later with 1001 questions!!!

Thank you for your reply. Just want answers and to know what I can do to help myself!!!

Hi all, New to the forum having just been diagnosed with kidney problems by hospital. Abdo scan showed both kidneys were enlarged and follow up bloods showed egfr at 65. Been referred to nephrology and have first appt on 6october. What can I expect from this first appointment? What will they likely ...