CT results

JJ · Post by JJ » Thu Jul 05, 2007 9:55 pm

Hi...wow, the doc called me at 7PM with the CT Scan results. I have mild Hydro nephrosis (sp?) I have some sort of blockage that is keeping my kidney from draining properly. He referred me to a urologist. I also have a cyst in my kidney that he said is no big deal. He said he is not thinking cancer....whew...in fact...the CT scan may have picked-up something that isn't there. He said it is not an emergency, but could cause problems down the line if left as is. I think I will make this guy my primary care physician...I liked him on the phone. I will also drop off another specimen tomorrow...I am having more than the regular amount of eliminations...now that the poo is under control, I am having pee problems...go figure!

Nite nite...JJ

CAMary · Post by **CAMary** » Thu Jul 05, 2007 10:13 pm

Good news, Jill! It all sounds very "fixable"

I remember worrying a little about MC last summer when we road-tripped to Yellowstone - then I got a UTI the week before we left, and :poopbanana:

became the least of my concerns!!

Keep

, and keep peeing and you'll be fine! Glad it's nothing serious!

Love,

Mary

JJ · Post by JJ » Thu Jul 05, 2007 10:19 pm

Hi...thanks Mary! I am supposed to drink a lot of water tonight after the scan....I am about ready to head downstairs for another glass. JJ

Post by **tex** » Fri Jul 06, 2007 12:10 am

Jill,

I'm not saying you have this, but if your symptoms persist, (IC can come and go), they could be due to interstitial cystitis. The increased frequency, and hematuria, (red cells in urine), without the presence of bacteria, are a match. It also seems to be linked with IBDs, and doctors have a problem diagnosing it. It can occur with or without pelvic pain. See if any of this looks familiar:

http://www.medicinenet.com/interstitial ... /page2.htm

Here's another article on it:

http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/ ... ekey=51258

Tex

starfire · Post by **starfire** » Fri Jul 06, 2007 8:40 am

So glad it isn't more serious, JJ. Also glad you went ahead and had the test and I'm still

that "the CT scan may have picked-up something that isn't there" as your Dr. mentioned. Even if that's not the case, it sounds very fixable as C.Mary said. That's good news.

Love, Shirley

JJ · Post by JJ » Fri Jul 06, 2007 8:42 am

Wow...thanks Tex....I don't have pain thank goodness. I had a sharp pain in my abdomen many months ago. I wonder if I was trying to pass a kidney stone and it got stuck???? I thought it was a gas pain....hmmm...It will be interesting to see what the urologist says...ks for all the help!

JJ

Post by **tex** » Fri Jul 06, 2007 11:00 am

Jill,

It sure could be a stone, alright. That could definitely cause all the symptoms that you describe.

Good luck with the urologist consultation.

Tex

barbaranoela · Post by **barbaranoela** » Fri Jul 06, 2007 11:12 am

Jill ---hate to hear when anyone feels rotten---so hope all is getting back to normal---

We should make up our family ANTHEM song----poop and pee--

Take care and keep us updated too--

luve Barbara

hazel · Post by **hazel** » Fri Jul 06, 2007 11:54 am

Drink lots of cranberry juice.

JJ · Post by JJ » Fri Jul 06, 2007 5:07 pm

Hi...I bought 3 large bottles of cranberry juice and may also brew some corn silk tea over the weekend...as I recall, that was good for urinary infections.

I will call the doc later and get the results of my pee test.

JJ

Liz · Post by **Liz** » Fri Jul 06, 2007 9:47 pm

Hi Jill

Glad that the Ct did not show anything drastic. Hope they get you sorted out soon. I know how uncomfortable it can be to have that urge to pee all the time.
Love

Liz

JJ · Post by JJ » Fri Jul 06, 2007 11:02 pm

Guess what...I called and got the results of my latest urinalysis...CLEAR! No red or white cells and no infection....my urge to go has calmed down too....I will see the urologist at the end of the month...I am going to Mount Rainier tomorrow...I need a break!

Nite...JJ

Post by **tex** » Sat Jul 07, 2007 7:32 am

Enjoy tour trip.

Tex