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Old 02-29-2004, 11:16 PM   #7
ladysycamore
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Originally posted by OnyxCougar
I have really gotta get with you, Rho.... Doctor says I have PCOS, which is often a precoursor of diabetes. And now my lower back is hurting, which I've heard is a sign of Kidney stones. Since you are the resident expert.. .
Not quite sure what PCOS is, but you want to keep an eye on your sugar levels. 120 is around the normal range.

Regarding your back...if you think the pain *may* be related to your kidneys, you can always ask your doctor to have you give a sample of urine, and have it tested. Also, you can have your blood tested to see if your creatinine is high. I believe 1.0 is normal (mine is currently 17, so my kidneys are kaput).

Do you have a family history of either diabetes or kidney problems? That's worth checking out as well.
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