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My last blood test has a reading of 56 for the estimated GFR along with a statement" This GFR is consistent with Stage 3 Chronic Kidney disease.

By Anonymous
Created 01/16/2012 - 18:37

What does this mean? Do I have kindey disease? Will drinking more water help?
I am 74 year old African American.
SHOULD I SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY ABOUT THIS READING?

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