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My husband took Amlopodine for 14 years none stop moe he has kidney disease and a weak heart. In hospital now he is confused not eating or drinking much water and say funny things as if he is hallucinations and weak I think I better not say too much he is on Perindopril Erbumine 2mg and some times now they give him 4 tabs to take. I am at my wits end they could not find a vein at all tried all no blood at all I syringe I am crying to see a man who drank a lot of water daily afraid to drink a 1/2 pint in 1 go oh God I hope I don't loose him This man is so confused help me please.
Dr Frita, not sure if I missed your overview on the recent discovery and announcement on the unlawful eGFR African American Kidney Function Test and the recent federal policy change for those impacted by race base calculation that impacted their kidney transplant waitlist number and position to be called for a kidney transplant. The disappointing part,is none of the African American Physicians seem to be outraged. And the poor black families are just getting word and some are scrambling to find an attorney that even cares enough to fight the transplant hospitals. Of course there is a national attorney. I have decided to disassociate myself with so many Healthcare Leaders for not even addressing this fatal error. They simply expect that African American Families would over look this fatal error of the eGFR African American Kidney Function Test. More than 30,000 African Americans in the state of California are a part of two class action Lawsuits. Disappointed in the African American Medical Professionals in Healthcare for thinking this eGFR African Function Test was normal, when no other blood test on the list had race in the naming convention. In the past 30 years, not even an RN, PA or a phlebotomist has said "Wait, why does this test say African Kidney Function Test ?" I digress....I think you would do a great job explaining the patients rights on the eGFR AFRICAN AMERICAN KIDNEY FUNCTION TEST, and how they should dig throughout their records....for next steps....
To everyone reading this, I sincerely pray for that whatever is causing you pain or stress will pass. May your negative thoughts, excessive worries and doubts disappear, replaced by clarity and understanding. May your life be filled with peace, tranquility and love🇧🇸🇧🇸💙
@@bestkksser my Uncologist prescribed Letrozole, after successful treatment from breast cancer, initially, I reacted to this medication but I was assured the symptoms will go away, I was told I might take Letrozole for 5 years, I have done 1 yr and heading to second yr, I am also taking Almlodipine, I have been on it after my last twin kids, Iam a mother of 5, the blood pressure was diagnosed while I was pregnant of the twins, I have been on it for 14 years 10mg 1 daily. All the pet scans and MIR, bloodwork has shown my kidneys are good and even my liver, and lungs, but sometimes I get worried when I listen to health tips from doctors. I don’t have great sleep, due to other challenges in the family, financial, marital problems and stress to provide for my children. I am still on follow up visit with my Uncologist every 3 months. Please any advice?
You are a blessing thank you. About four years ago i was diagnosed with stage 3 ckd. Before that i was only diagnosed with thyroid issues. I had no idea i had a problem. Once diagnosed i stopped drinking alcohol although i only drank wine on the weekends. However my mother passed away and in my grief i started drinking to go to sleep. I also took Motrin like tik tacks. I stopped taking All meds. I detoxed my system and drink a lot of water and water infused with rosemary. At my last blood panel report about a month ago my kidneys are functioning at 100%. Lifestyle change has got all my numbers at a normal level except vitamin D levels. But please know if I healed myself anyone can. I was told by a natural healer to drink at least 8 ounces of water every time i urinate up to a gallon a day. be well and be happy… it cost less ❤ Vit D was low
@@dwandascott3947 I’ve been diagnosed with Stage 3 ckd. I would like more info (if there’s anything else I need do). Is there a herbal book I should buy etc.? I’d appreciate you for sharing I sprang up like a. Watered flower just to know I too can spring back.
I know of many people who have taken high blood pressure medications for 30+ years only to end up with kidney failure and having to go on dialysis. The high pressure incidence of kidney failure, at least here in the US, must have some relationship with the great many drugs that are being prescribed for people to use decade after decade. Even over-the-counter řmedications say discontinue after a few weeks due to possible complications. I think Tylenol may actually mention possible kidney or liver damage in their use instructions. But doctors prescribe medications for people to take for the rest of their lives. No wonder dialysis clinics are everywhere these days.
@@lakeerielove8068 I’m 63 and vegan for 8 years. Many people laugh when someone states that they are vegan. They’ll say vegans are skinny, don’t look healthy, are eating rabbit food, etc. But what is really unhealthy is living on a bunch of prescription medications and dealing with heart attacks, strokes, cancer, kidney failure, diabetes, or dementia. Many of these illnesses are diet related and can be alleviated or completely avoided by consuming a plant-based diet. I spent 17 years as a caregiver to my elderly parents and my grandmother. None of them were overweight. But they suffered from strokes and congestive heart failure as a result of a diet where ever meal included some form of animal product. Animal products clog arteries (arteriosclerosis) slowly over time. So it is not a choice between medication or a heart attack. It is a choice of an animal-based diet or a plant-based diet.
I started getting low back pains about a year ago and I could barely get out of bed sometimes. I wasn’t drinking enough water but my bloodwork would always come back showing that my kidneys were good, however I started to suspect that my statin medication Atorvastatin 40mg was causing the pain. After talking to my doctor about the issue, he changed the medication to another statin Ezetimibe 10 mg and removed the 12.5mg of hydrochlorothiazide (water pill) from my Valsartan 350mg high blood pressure medication. I drink lots more water now throughout the day and the pain has gotten much better, but after watching your video, I was surprised to find that Valsartan which I am still taking can also cause kidney damage. So I was taking a combo pill (Valsartan and water pill) that are both bad for the kidneys. I will ask my doctor to monitor my kidneys and liver during my routine blood work. Thanks Doc.
More doctors need to prescribe natural remedies. Pomegranate juice beet root juice celery, juice. Organic and natural juices to drink along with plenty of water and exercise, which most doctors won't do because they get paid to write prescriptions. 😢💯👍🏾
@kawannadixon4327 I have an osteopathic doctor, she does not initially recommend natural remedies but will discuss and work with me when I bring one up. I almost went down that BP medication slippery slope until I found my natural remedy and she's happy with my results😊
@@Rev.jefferyrol Vitamin D, is amazing. I mean natural Vitamin D. At least an hour a day. Being near the sun, via sitting by the window, walking in the park. Water therapy. Twice a week going for a light swim. And a Sauna once a week. Reducing stress is also very important. It isn't always about eliminating seizures as it may be more complex. However reducing and managing it is important.
Thank you so much for kidney information. I just found out a 2 month ago from having my blood drawn that I have stage 3b kidney failure. My primary care Dr. took me off some of my medication and to drink nothing but 6 glasses a day a one banana a day for potassium. She sending me to a kidney specialist in Oct. this yr. 2024. If she hadn’t took my blood I wouldn’t have known I had kidney failure. Your video has been very informative. 💖💕
Had to stop taking WEGOVY after being rushed to the hospital, kidneys were shutting down and ER said 1 more day and I would not had lived to tell the story
Yes. I was taking Lisinopril and it almost killed me. I started coughing one night so bad I thought I was dying. Called my local Walgreen pharmacy. The pharmacist asked me which meds I was taking and I told him Lisinopril he told me to to stop taking the Lisinopril. The cough disappeared almost immediately.
@@bernetajohnson3296 I too was prescribed Lisinopril and my lips were swollen, broke out in rash, started itching, called my Dr. and was told to get to the ER immediately. Why would you prescribe something like that to someone that causes harm.
Thank you so very much for making this video. I had to do a lot of research about what's good and what's bad for my Kidneys.. I do not take Motrin, Advil, Aleve, BC Powders, No Toradol shots, no antibiotics you mentioned in you video. Also no Antacid meds and definitely not CT scan with contrast dye My Kidney issues started once I had a doctor put me a very strong blood pressure with durectic. My kidney function got as low as 37% I had to immediately become my own advocate. My GFR is now 74-78%. And I'm only 54. So, I eat healthier, drink plenty of water and to be honest I only eat fish. I watch what I eat,drink and take rather it's OTC or prescribed by my primary care doctor as well as my Kidney doctor. I'm trying to get my GFR up to at least mid 80. My kidney doctor did say my GFR will never be 100% but if I can keep it up above 60% I'll never sit or be on dialysis. SO far so good!;
It was God who lead me to your videos. On a very popular social media app. I saw a ad for why black women are suffering from hair loss and what chemicals are causing it. I wondered if she had a TH-cam channel. Her name is Frida Dunn. As I searched for her, your videos came up. This is my second video of yours I have watched and they are both exactly what I needed to hear. Ty. New subscriber.
Excellent presentation! This is vital information for many people. As a registered nurse, and a kidney patient, I am well aware how vital this information is and it is not offered in most physicians offices. Thank you!
Hello, now you're speaking my language!!! My adult children tried to tell me I should take this certain medication, because the Dr said I needed it..but I don't and I thank God that I don't put my trust in doctors but I'm exactly what you said, my own best advocate. I've never been big on taking meds unless..I absolutely need them and all doctors DO NOT have your best interest at heart. Some are in it because they get a paycheck..Period! So, I don't just do what a Dr tells me I do research and pay attention to my body.
My husband has been taken some of the meds for years. He was diagnosed with AFib and Cardiomyopathy. Within the last year he was diagnosed with diabetes but lowered he’s A1C through his diet . He was also told he has mild cirrhosis. He follows what the doctors says and is discipline with his diet and he is very frustrated and discouraged because it seems he is just getting worst. Now his kidney and liver blood levels are not good. He feels he can’t anything cause everything has a side effect for him. He’s also on warfarin. Appreciate you video and honesty. It’s so said that more doctors don’t disclose what you are sharing. I also found out years later he could have drank wine or taken cayenne pepper instead of warfarin for his blood.
I’m taking Meloxicam,and Tylenol. Only one Meloxicam every 24hours,650 mg Tylenol as needed for my lower back pain, that’s not required for Surgery ,not on an empty stomach. I drink plenty of water. My was admitted on 2023 for edema, and kidney issues. I was diagnosed with Lupus, but every time I was tested for lupus, I was negative, with a egfr of 99%, but my protein was elevated. No scarring of my Kidneys. I’m taking Mycophenolate 500mg 2 tablets a day. None of the blood pressures mentioned I’m not prescribed. I’m pretty much back to normal. Thank you Dr. Frida!
I'm so glad I ran across this. I use to take 3 ibuprofen at a time because it said not more than 6 in 24hrs. My PA said my kidneys were fine but my chart said CKD3a. You are so right you have to be your own advocate. How can my kidneys be fine if my, GFR has been low for 2 yrs.4 now before I started google searching and paying more attention to my test results. I can't thank you enough much love to you.
Bad trip to ER: my IV bag was dry, I told RN and Doctors I need another MS bag bc I have bowel obstruction. They came to my bedside but didn’t do anything. I was dried for nearly 7 hours I was sent to get a CT scan for my Bowel obstruction-but did not have a new IV bag. I was really in and pain and asked for a new IV bag but no one listened. I’m was knowledgeable bc I practiced dialysis for a year with Fresenious and also Army RN ER and ICU but no one listened. Some doctors and nurses did not even introduced themselves. Some cut corners and changed my IVF to 10cc/HR. I nearly went on code blue. I told my Cardiologist the ELG trends and BP went erratic for almost 30 minutes. Called the young Nurse and she got upset with me the rest of the hospitalization for almost a week. Charge nurse came with assigned nurse and said we were saving time so it doesn’t get empty and machine Will ring again. I’ve reported it to my Cardiologist and he was the one apologized. Bad experienced every time I went to ER as a pt. Every time I went to ER I almost lost my life. Previously 8-10 yrs prior I’m a different hospital ER they didn’t even checked my EKG I told them I was experiencing numbed left arm and CP with possible bowel obstruction bc I did not have any bowel sounds and severely bloated. The LVN stated they were busy placed me in a distant room in ER very warmed room, I felt suffocating irritable. I told them I need an Oxygen supplement. Nurse told me I’m not a doctor and I should know better. I cannot just get an O2 TX. I was glad at least I had an IV running. But no one was answering my call button. As I got off the gurney not even a bed I saw in the nurses station nurses and doctors relaxed talking among themselves. I will never go back to ER. Later when I was discharged, my EKG showed that I had some heart damaged. But I secretly asked the RN to give me a copy. I went to see a cardiologist, discharged MD told ordered to see a cardiologist 0:500:50 in 6 weeks I did not know that rationale and he started many cardiac tests. It was confirmed I had an MI but no coronary arteries blockages. Today I hope the staff need to be more educated in treating female pts with cardiac problems. I paid my bills but later when I was urged to leave a comment or eval. I told them I will never go to ER unless I was dying & unconscious bc I was treated like a stray dog.
@@jocelynbaldwin9361 This is very serious. We really have to place ourselves in Gods care at all times. May God keep you and cover you with his protection and his mercy.🙏🙏🙏
This information was helpful.I wish my mom would have been around long enough for me to send it to her.Unfortunately, she's no longer here 😢 💔🙏🏿However I will definitely take heed to this. Thank you. God bless you 🙏🏿
I've taken Spironolactone for blood pressure for 3 years, I was told I was in early stage 3 kidney disease 😮😢 I worked in dialysis for 17 years, i pay attention to my kidneys now, and heart.
Also, ask your Pharmacist (not the tech), about your medications. They are usually happy to do this, in my experience, and often know more about the specific medication and combinations of medications you may be on than your prescriber does.
I was taking pain meds in prison for teeth pain for over a year and now I am being recommended to a kidney specialists by my doctor now 5 years later..how should I deal with this that they caused?✌🏾
Thank you for being so thorough in explaining these medications. Most doctors do not! Many doctors get irritated when patients ask questions. Can you address doctors to actually LISTEN to patients when they have questions? I've had doctors actually roll their eyes when I've asked questions.
Thanks so much for your life 🧬 giving sharing.God bless you now and always.I have a story.For All who follow your teachings and your patients, may they receive supernatural healing.God keep you anointed for His people.
I wish I had a doctor like you, if I question my doctor any questions I have found they don’t like it. I have ask questions about my kidney test when they do normal blood work every 6 months. In fact I usually ask for a copy of my blood work test. I have people in my family that’s in the health field that I like to go over the results with ,included my A one C. They just think you worry about things. I just like to know my test results. I feel I have the right to know.
Doctor Frita hats off to you for helping so many and being so honest - thank you thank you! My husband who takes multiple medications that I try to warn him about checking with his doctor if he still need them; I often tell him your body let you know if something is wrong many times. He was taking blood thinners right after having problems with his heart and I kept telling him to ask his doctor if he could stop taking the medication. When he finally asked his physician, he took him off the blood thinners and several other drugs. I was taking hydrochloroth-iazide for high blood pressure and could not pass a toilet. I went to my doctor and let him know immediately and he took me off that med.
My kidney Dr once had me on Losartan, and now he has changed it to Valersartan, I have stopped taking the Valersartan and my blood pressure is fine. I have an appointment coming soon I will be letting him know that he should not have had me on those meds. All he been tellme to drink more water. Thank you so much Dr Frita I have learned so much by listening to your videos. Im ckd 3
Great info! Renal failure runs on both sides of my family (maternal great grandmother, maternal aunt and both grandmothers). Thankfully, the disease has skipped me and I don’t take ANY meds for anything but I try to be careful.
I would love to have my records sent to you specifically. Please also let me know what insurances you accepts. You have been so helpful to many of my friends and acquaintances. We love your passion to educate people.
Thank you, Dr. Frita, for sharing this vital information! It’s so important to be aware of how common medications can affect our kidneys, especially since many of us take these drugs without fully understanding the risks. Your expertise as a board-certified nephrologist is invaluable, and I appreciate you taking the time to educate us on protecting our kidney health. I’m definitely subscribing to stay informed about more ways to keep my health on track. Looking forward to your next video!
I took Lisinopril for a while until I had a bad reaction to it and my dr said I was allergic to it. I do have mild CKD now and it wouldn't suprise me if the bp meds I'm taking caused it since I'm currently taking 3 different bp meds.
❤Hello Dr. Frita!!❤I'm currently taking HCTZ 25 mg, Benazepril 40 mg, and Spironolactone 50 mg and I've had the dyes for MRI's in the past❤Thankfully, I had no bad affects from the dyes❤But I took your advice from the other live and asked my doctor to have an indepth meeting with me about my grandma and baby sister's death reports❤Both were from kidney problems❤Thank you for your important information❤
Hi Doc This is an eye opener. Thanks for educating us. I was diagnosed with hypercalcemia and I removed one of my parathyroid gland. I have been taking Lisonorm due to high blood pressure. I changed my diet ( low carbs, more fruits, vegs, no alcohol and a small meat portion) and my BP is still high. Please help me to understand .
Are you sleeping or resting enough? What is causing the anxiety in your life? Sleep is is important to address BP. Are you doing walking exercises? How long are you just sitting at night?
Thank you Dr. Frita for the eye opening information. I wish all of my former doctors would have shared this information with me years ago. Now I know what to ask going forward with my health.👏🏾❤
My doctor was upfront when she prescribed a BP med - I would need to a kidney function test regularly as long as I took that med and to watch for pain in my lower back. Sure enough, within a couple of weeks, my urine was the color of Coca-Cola. I haven't taken anything since. I refuse to be on dialysis for the rest of my life.
I had a Kidney Transplant last October 6th, 2024. I did Peritoneal Dialysis in my home for 10 years. It had been 6 years since I urinated. After surgery, my Transplant Surgeon told me that my urine would look like Pepsi or Coke & that I would see tiny blood clots for 3-4 days. That was true. Around the 5th day, my urine was a lil yellow & then it cleared up. Please get on dialysis if you need to. It saved my life. 🙏🏾🙏🏾
@@victoriahardin1560 have you tried castor oil packs? Check out babra O’Neil also nettle tea is good. How about changing your diet to a plant based diet
I have been taking both Lispril and hydrochlorothiazide for BP for 21 years now have ckd stage 3a is time change these meds? Also to let you know my last gfr was 47 what advice can you give me
My eGFR was declining. All my doctor told me was I am dehydrated. I drink lots of water and did not understand why. However, I feel my physician acted like the dehydration was my fault. I demanded to see a nephrologist who came to the conclusion that I didn't need the HCTZ that I had been on for 20 years because my weight decreased and it was causing my dehydration. My blood pressure actually improved once I was removed. You have to be your own advocate. It's not because my physician didn't care but many of them have a large patient panel and bottomline, they are human. Thank you for this video. African Americans are especially vulnerable and you can tell by all the dialysis centers popping up in the neighborhoods.
I am on Losartan 100 mg + Diuretics. Last month I had stopped using them bcuz the side effects made my energy low, leaving me always feeling tired & fatigue. Afterwards my Energy went up and I started exercising and lost over 13 pounds. After a month while bowling with my family half way my energy started dropping and lite headed so I went to the hospital and my BP was 202/101 so they gave me some meds to help bring it down and instructed me to continue taking my BP meds until consulting my primary doctor. I really wish it was some natural remedies that could help with NO side effects but meantime I might also try acupuncture and see if that can help as well
Dr. Frita, a nephrologist told me that people with CKD 3,4 should avoid hard labor outdoor jobs in the sun. Discussing what jobs to avoid would make an interesting topic for one of your future videos! Thanks for all you do.....
@@Jay_Dahl I have. KD stage 3 and the her is awful. Inside and outside. It has cha bed my life dramatically. I got CKD from medication they were giving me for inflammation. I had fallen at work and got hurt bad 7 surgeries which led to inflammation and arthritis. Totally changed my life .
I had my kidney function go below normal by using too much NSAIDS & Tylenol ( my doctor wouldn't take me seriously regarding my pain !!!!!!) Physical Therapy and continued exercise helped me a lot. I now use Trumeric-curcummin and Bossweilia for imflamation and pain. I use Tylenol occasionally. My mother died of Renal Failure.
Thanks for this very important lesson. I take Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide, now Dr says I am secreting a lot of proteinuria and wants a kidney biopsy. Am worried.
@@salomemabukz7474 ...Hey y'all Disclaimer: I do not claim to be without sin and fault. My lengthy comment is not intended to attack, offend, condemn or judge anyone. I am just sharing an emergency truth of God. God may allow a "commandment test" before the second gathering of His people. Please give ear. Do you all know that today, there are "Sabbath Laws/Sunday Blue Laws" on government books? There are organizations working hard to bring these laws to the forefront once again. The United States Of America "legislated Sabbaths" are calculated by man's time, namely, The Famous Gregorian Calendar. I was told, the state I live in, acknowledges "Sunday" as the Sabbath. Do you also know that God ordained a Time/Calendar in the beginning of creation? Yes, yes He did! Genesis 1:14, the lights in heaven, the sun, moon and stars are true time. It is by these lights that days and years are determined and calculated. ALL days are calculated by the sun, moon and stars . This includes the Sabbath day. God gave us His "Time" before He gave us the commandment to keep the seventh day Sabbath holy. Therefore, It is very clear that it is in God's will that we use His "Time" to keep His "Sabbath", etc. Research!!! God may allow The Powers To Be, again, to enforce some type of "Sabbath Law", to see if we will keep His Commands or no. God uses nations to test His people. Take notice of one example in Judges 2:20-23 to 3:1-4. If this be so, knowing God's true Calendar in Genesis 1:14, will be essential to calculate the true Sabbath, so none will be found on the wrong side and serving the Beasts in Revelations 13 and 14. Man can change their time/calendars, but they cannot change the true Time/Calendar in heaven. An hundred plus, nations' weeks, start with Monday as the first day. I think a little less than seventy nations start their weeks on Sunday. If...If Monday is made the first day of the week worldwide, then Sunday will be the seventh day universally. In return, today's "Saturday Sabbath Keepers", will tomorrow, be aligned on Sunday the seventh day. This is why, it is very crucial as to what calendar we use to calculate and keep Sabbath, etc. There is an interesting article on Google written by Steve H. Hanke concerning a President Donald J. Trump calendar. The article is entitled, " A Trump Calendar, Forever?" Look at the format on that proposed calendar. Monday is the first day of week. Research, read and enjoy.... Romans 6:16 reads, "...whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey..." Servants, serve.... If any honor a "false Sabbath" calculated by man's time ABOVE the true Sabbath calculated by God's Time, they will be serving man and not The God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob. Mother Eve failed her test. She was given a simple command to not eat from a particular tree. She did not trust and obey The God that walked in the garden in the cool of the day. She obeyed, trusted and served Satan. Who we obey is who we serve. Also, research "The Seven Noahide Laws" and "Project 2025." Will these laws be enforced upon mankind one day? ************************************* This is how I keep the Sabbath day by the lights in heaven. But do your own research for the truth. Imagine being in the wilderness without a Gregorian calendar or any other man made time in your pocket. And, all you have for "time" are the the lights that overshadow you. When you see the first light that appears on the moon, the sliver, this is the New Moon Day, the first day of the month, the beginning of the month. This is how I start. Some start the first day of the month on the day before the first light appears on the moon, this is called the "dark phase New Moon Day." All of us who believe this truth are not on the same page, and we do not fully understand every detail about God's "Time", but that is okay. We, who keep Sabbath by the command in Genesis 1:14, believe that all things will work out for good. We believe God's word that says, "we know in part" and "...the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day." We do not stress about the additional knowledge needed on how to keep His calendar perfectly, because we know God will help us to understand more, in His timing. But one thing, we do acknowledge, is that, this message is truth!!!!! We believe, therefore we speak. During the Exodus, the children of Israel was compassed between the sea and Pharaoh's army. They did not see how they were going to make it. They said, "...let us alone that we may serve the Egyptians, for it had been better for us to serve the Egyptians..." Like this message, some know that it is truth, but they do not understand it fully and cannot see how they will make it if they take a hold of it. They say, in a sense, "let us alone, we will continue to serve man and keep his method of calculation for Sabbaths, etc." What people need to be asking themselves is, "Is this message truth?" And, if Truth, walk in it by faith and by the grace and power of God. "...SPEAK UNTO THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL, THAT THEY GO FORWARD." God has three category of days, the New Moon Day, the Six Work Days and the Sabbath day. They never overlaps each other on God's Time, never! After the New Moon Day, count Six Work Days and then the Sabbath. This is how the first week looks on all of God's months. Week 2, count Six Work days and then the Sabbath. Weeks 3 and 4, follow the same suit. The next month this wonderful process starts over again. A good example of the months resetting is written in Luke 6:1. In this verse of scripture, was this the "second Sabbath" after Adam was created? No No and No! Remember, there is never, ever, ever 5 weeks in God's months as there is in the Gregorian Calendar. Take heed to this message, look around, observe the times, take notice of the conditions of this world, how the kingdoms are falling. God's Kingdom is at hand. Isaiah 66 says that "from one New Moon to another and from one Sabbath to another, shall all flesh come to worship before me:" There ain't gonna be no Gregorian calendar or any other man-made time to calculate the New Moon day or the Sabbath day in God's Kingdom. Isaiah will testify to this!! I believe the woman in Revelation 12 represents the "Israelites indeed", who keep Sabbath by the sun, moon and stars and people that have join them. The Sabbath is a sign between God and His people. The lights are for "signs" as stated in Genesis 1:14. Make the connection. I could be wrong, but, I also believe that this message will keep people from being deceive by Satan to receive the mark of the Beast. There is a section written about the Sabbath in the "Project 2025" document. Research it, Sorry so long, but important. Thanks for reading❤️ May the God of our Father Jacob richly bless every reader and theirs and may He count us worthy to escape the things that are coming upon earth. PEACE
Hi 😍 I'm being seen by a nephrologist because my kidney number keeps going up and down. I do take Losartan HCTZ in it so the doctor is just having me take Losartan without the HCTZ in it. I'm afraid. Thank you so much this helps me so much.
Good night doctor I'm taking blood pressure table and the pills that I'm is Amlodipine 10mg ( Amlocard 140 that is what I'm taking his this tab harmful for my kidney I would like to know thank u for your information and what we can eat and drink
God bless you Dr Frita 🎉for all these information 🙏🏻 my husband and myself is on Losartan he did his blood works and was told that his Kidney was bad and he got an appointment to go and see a Neurologist and is if no time is spent with you after your told about about these shocking news im very concerned about our health .only God. Blessings blessings 🙌 🙏🏻 🎉to you Doc and your family ❤
Thank you for this candid advice. As a patient with 3rd degree CKD and stones, I am in need of this advice. I don’t feel I am getting great advice about my kidneys. I try not to take medications unless absolutely needed.
Hi Dearest Respected DR Frrita . Good morning from Assam India. I see your every contain and I love and your speaking because I understood all ok keep it up. HALELUYAH in Amen
My daughter has ESKD, and she had been prescribed all of these medications; I remember her doctor continually telling her she wouldn't live very long. Evidently, she was aware of my daughter's kidney functioning but never shared it with her. When she was diagnosed, she was already at stage 5. She has dialysis 4xs a week.
What if you take lamotrigine, lacosamide, Dilantin and Phenobarbital for seizure control. I just had an MRI Abdominal test that it wasn't nothing cancerous but it showed that I had a light fatty liver .
4 Minutes, 1 Aspirin 81 mg per Day. I'll get back with U later with A list of all my VA Medications. LOL= Lots of Love. May God bless U & Ur Family Forevermore!!!!! My Son Is also A Doctor for about 6-8 Years.
Aw, thank you so much! 😊 I love the LOL = Lots of Love! Thank you for your service, I’m here to help when you're ready to chat more about your medications. Stay blessed, and may God bless your family as well! Also stay tuned for our members only Q and A, this will be a great opportunity to get your questions answered in real time.
Lisinopril I taken for nearly 20 years. I have occasional back/ kidney pain. And my blood pressure has been pretty high for the last few months. 160-170s over 90s -100 area.
Hi Dr.Frita I was prescribed Lisinopril when I was diagnosed diabetic in 2012 to protect my kidney and still take it today started out taking 5mg now it’s 10mg what questions should I be asking
Thanks for your question and for subscribing! Lisinopril is often prescribed for people with diabetes. Be sure to ask your doctor how it’s impacting your kidney function long-term, if dose adjustments are needed, and whether it’s still the best option for your diabetes care. For personalized guidance, reach out directly to your doctor, or feel free to book a one-on-one consultation here: social.Drfrita.Com/conciergeservice. Be well.
I'm about to stop talking blood pressure meds. Omg thanks Doc, i have to stop talking meds. Yes I've been taking pain meds for years. That's probably why i have fatty liver. Don't know about my kidneys, but I'm having issues. Stomach bloated , i don't go to the bathroom number 2 just back up. Calling for coloni cleaning tomorrow take more seamoss etc. Omg thanks Doc.
Dr. Frida, This vid3o was very informative. I'm totally glad that I listen0ed to this information. Some of those meds were checked off by me. You're a doctor that really cares for patients health. I truly appreciate you for releasing this information!!!!! How about opioid meds for pain??? I have been on options for over 10 hrs. I am truly concerned with my health more so now that I'm in my mid sixties??? I wish other care providers would follow your lead on distributing this vital information,, may the Lord continue to flourish within your life to actually care for your patients and 🎉for world in general, God bless you in a mighty way, again Blessings!!!!!
Thank you Dr. Frita for your excellent video. It's always important to have a kidney function test because so many are unaware of their kidney health or the importance of staying hydrated to maintain kidney health! God Bless!
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My husband took Amlopodine for 14 years none stop moe he has kidney disease and a weak heart. In hospital now he is confused not eating or drinking much water and say funny things as if he is hallucinations and weak I think I better not say too much he is on Perindopril Erbumine 2mg and some times now they give him 4 tabs to take. I am at my wits end they could not find a vein at all tried all no blood at all I syringe I am crying to see a man who drank a lot of water daily afraid to drink a 1/2 pint in 1 go oh God I hope I don't loose him This man is so confused help me please.
By the way we live in England. Please reply and help help
@@pearlgrant1346 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Lame.. LOL.. Genetics.. Meat and dairy caused cancer, transwoman or she-male.. 666..
Dr Frita, not sure if I missed your overview on the recent discovery and announcement on the unlawful eGFR African American Kidney Function Test and the recent federal policy change for those impacted by race base calculation that impacted their kidney transplant waitlist number and position to be called for a kidney transplant. The disappointing part,is none of the African American Physicians seem to be outraged. And the poor black families are just getting word and some are scrambling to find an attorney that even cares enough to fight the transplant hospitals. Of course there is a national attorney. I have decided to disassociate myself with so many Healthcare Leaders for not even addressing this fatal error. They simply expect that African American Families would over look this fatal error of the eGFR African American Kidney Function Test. More than 30,000 African Americans in the state of California are a part of two class action Lawsuits.
Disappointed in the African American Medical Professionals in Healthcare for thinking this eGFR African Function Test was normal, when no other blood test on the list had race in the naming convention.
In the past 30 years, not even an RN, PA or a phlebotomist has said "Wait, why does this test say African Kidney Function Test ?"
I digress....I think you would do a great job explaining the patients rights on the eGFR AFRICAN AMERICAN KIDNEY FUNCTION TEST, and how they should dig throughout their records....for next steps....
You are absolutely correct, when you said medications are made for treatment rather than cure. Healthcare is for business.
@@alphamale5802 Ur healthcare is in Ur hands rather than in hospital 🏨💲💲
Dr Fria send your reply to comments on frequently urination.
To everyone reading this, I sincerely pray for that whatever is causing you pain or stress will pass. May your negative thoughts, excessive worries and doubts disappear, replaced by clarity and understanding. May your life be filled with peace, tranquility and love🇧🇸🇧🇸💙
@@bestkksser Thank you and same to you. 🙏🏽❤️
@@bestkksserThank you so much for your prayers. In a world such as ours it is important that we encourage one another in Christ. Be encouraged. 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you 🙏. Same to you and your family.
@@bestkksser my Uncologist prescribed Letrozole, after successful treatment from breast cancer, initially, I reacted to this medication but I was assured the symptoms will go away, I was told I might take Letrozole for 5 years, I have done 1 yr and heading to second yr, I am also taking Almlodipine, I have been on it after my last twin kids, Iam a mother of 5, the blood pressure was diagnosed while I was pregnant of the twins, I have been on it for 14 years 10mg 1 daily. All the pet scans and MIR, bloodwork has shown my kidneys are good and even my liver, and lungs, but sometimes I get worried when I listen to health tips from doctors. I don’t have great sleep, due to other challenges in the family, financial, marital problems and stress to provide for my children. I am still on follow up visit with my Uncologist every 3 months. Please any advice?
@@bestkksser Thank You God Bless AMEN 💖🙌🏾💖
You are a blessing thank you.
About four years ago i was diagnosed with stage 3 ckd. Before that i was only diagnosed with thyroid issues. I had no idea i had a problem. Once diagnosed i stopped drinking alcohol although i only drank wine on the weekends. However my mother passed away and in my grief i started drinking to go to sleep. I also took Motrin like tik tacks. I stopped taking All meds. I detoxed my system and drink a lot of water and water infused with rosemary. At my last blood panel report about a month ago my kidneys are functioning at 100%. Lifestyle change has got all my numbers at a normal level except vitamin D levels.
But please know if I healed myself anyone can. I was told by a natural healer to drink at least 8 ounces of water every time i urinate up to a gallon a day.
be well and be happy… it cost less ❤
Vit D was low
Thank you ❤
Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for sharing 😊
❤this thank you I will try this
@@dwandascott3947 I’ve been diagnosed with Stage 3 ckd. I would like more info (if there’s anything else I need do). Is there a herbal book I should buy etc.? I’d appreciate you for sharing I sprang up like a. Watered flower just to know I too can spring back.
I know of many people who have taken high blood pressure medications for 30+ years only to end up with kidney failure and having to go on dialysis. The high pressure incidence of kidney failure, at least here in the US, must have some relationship with the great many drugs that are being prescribed for people to use decade after decade. Even over-the-counter řmedications say discontinue after a few weeks due to possible complications. I think Tylenol may actually mention possible kidney or liver damage in their use instructions. But doctors prescribe medications for people to take for the rest of their lives. No wonder dialysis clinics are everywhere these days.
Well it’s either that or an heart attack
@@lakeerielove8068 I’m 63 and vegan for 8 years. Many people laugh when someone states that they are vegan. They’ll say vegans are skinny, don’t look healthy, are eating rabbit food, etc. But what is really unhealthy is living on a bunch of prescription medications and dealing with heart attacks, strokes, cancer, kidney failure, diabetes, or dementia. Many of these illnesses are diet related and can be alleviated or completely avoided by consuming a plant-based diet. I spent 17 years as a caregiver to my elderly parents and my grandmother. None of them were overweight. But they suffered from strokes and congestive heart failure as a result of a diet where ever meal included some form of animal product. Animal products clog arteries (arteriosclerosis) slowly over time. So it is not a choice between medication or a heart attack. It is a choice of an animal-based diet or a plant-based diet.
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Or change your lifestyle. You have to find out your triggers. Get to the source of the issue: you lower your blood pressure.
Profit driven
1 NSAIDS
2 Antibiotics/antivirals
3 ACE inhibitors
4 Diuretics
5 ARBs
6 Chemo
7 Imaging contrast dye
8 Mood stabiliser
9 Alcohol and illicit drugs
@@starlight7825 thank you for the listing!
I started getting low back pains about a year ago and I could barely get out of bed sometimes. I wasn’t drinking enough water but my bloodwork would always come back showing that my kidneys were good, however I started to suspect that my statin medication Atorvastatin 40mg was causing the pain. After talking to my doctor about the issue, he changed the medication to another statin Ezetimibe 10 mg and removed the 12.5mg of hydrochlorothiazide (water pill) from my Valsartan 350mg high blood pressure medication. I drink lots more water now throughout the day and the pain has gotten much better, but after watching your video, I was surprised to find that Valsartan which I am still taking can also cause kidney damage. So I was taking a combo pill (Valsartan and water pill) that are both bad for the kidneys. I will ask my doctor to monitor my kidneys and liver during my routine blood work. Thanks Doc.
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More doctors need to prescribe natural remedies. Pomegranate juice beet root juice celery, juice. Organic and natural juices to drink along with plenty of water and exercise, which most doctors won't do because they get paid to write prescriptions. 😢💯👍🏾
@kawannadixon4327 I have an osteopathic doctor, she does not initially recommend natural remedies but will discuss and work with me when I bring one up. I almost went down that BP medication slippery slope until I found my natural remedy and she's happy with my results😊
Tumeric-currcumin is anti-imflamitory; Bosweillia helps with pain; exercise ( join the YMCA exercise , pool, hot tub)
What about seizure medication like lamotrigine, lacosamide, dilantin and phenobarbital. I take them for seizure control.
@@Rev.jefferyrol Vitamin D, is amazing. I mean natural Vitamin D. At least an hour a day. Being near the sun, via sitting by the window, walking in the park. Water therapy. Twice a week going for a light swim. And a Sauna once a week. Reducing stress is also very important. It isn't always about eliminating seizures as it may be more complex. However reducing and managing it is important.
@@whymillie thank you.
I would love to have you as one of my primary physicians. Most M.D.(s) do not explain or communicate with helpful information like you.
U have to see specialist doctor's. The primary always a sellout to give medicine u don't need to heal your body
Thank you so much for kidney information. I just found out a 2 month ago from having my blood drawn that I have stage 3b kidney failure. My primary care Dr. took me off some of my medication and to drink nothing but 6 glasses a day a one banana a day for potassium. She sending me to a kidney specialist in Oct. this yr. 2024. If she hadn’t took my blood I wouldn’t have known I had kidney failure. Your video has been very informative. 💖💕
I Honor this doctor for equipping the public with the truth. This is integrity!💯💯💯
Had to stop taking WEGOVY after being rushed to the hospital, kidneys were shutting down and ER said 1 more day and I would not had lived to tell the story
Yes. I was taking Lisinopril and it almost killed me. I started coughing one night so bad I thought I was dying. Called my local Walgreen pharmacy. The pharmacist asked me which meds I was taking and I told him Lisinopril he told me to to stop taking the Lisinopril. The cough disappeared almost immediately.
I am taking that!!!
@@DiaParks If you notice anything different especially if you develop a cough call your doctor immediately. I will be praying for you. 🙏🙏🙏💯
@@bernetajohnson3296 I have noticed coughing at times.
@@bernetajohnson3296 I too was prescribed Lisinopril and my lips were swollen, broke out in rash, started itching, called my Dr. and was told to get to the ER immediately. Why would you prescribe something like that to someone that causes harm.
@@bernetajohnson3296 glad I'm off it, it was swelling my gums.
Thank you so very much for making this video.
I had to do a lot of research about what's good and what's bad for my Kidneys..
I do not take Motrin, Advil, Aleve, BC Powders, No Toradol shots, no antibiotics you mentioned in you video.
Also no Antacid meds and definitely not CT scan with contrast dye
My Kidney issues started once I had a doctor put me a very strong blood pressure with durectic.
My kidney function got as low as 37%
I had to immediately become my own advocate.
My GFR is now 74-78%. And I'm only 54.
So, I eat healthier, drink plenty of water and to be honest I only eat fish.
I watch what I eat,drink and take rather it's OTC or prescribed by my primary care doctor as well as my Kidney doctor.
I'm trying to get my GFR up to at least mid 80.
My kidney doctor did say my GFR will never be 100% but if I can keep it up above 60% I'll never sit or be on dialysis.
SO far so good!;
🌻🌻🌻🌻
Good going! However, gfr ranges from 0 to 120; so it doesn't represent percentage.
It was God who lead me to your videos. On a very popular social media app. I saw a ad for why black women are suffering from hair loss and what chemicals are causing it. I wondered if she had a TH-cam channel. Her name is Frida Dunn. As I searched for her, your videos came up. This is my second video of yours I have watched and they are both exactly what I needed to hear. Ty. New subscriber.
Excellent presentation! This is vital information for many people. As a registered nurse, and a kidney patient, I am well aware how vital this information is and it is not offered in most physicians offices. Thank you!
Hello, now you're speaking my language!!! My adult children tried to tell me I should take this certain medication, because the Dr said I needed it..but I don't and I thank God that I don't put my trust in doctors but I'm exactly what you said, my own best advocate. I've never been big on taking meds unless..I absolutely need them and all doctors DO NOT have your best interest at heart. Some are in it because they get a paycheck..Period! So, I don't just do what a Dr tells me I do research and pay attention to my body.
My husband has been taken some of the meds for years. He was diagnosed with AFib and Cardiomyopathy. Within the last year he was diagnosed with diabetes but lowered he’s A1C through his diet . He was also told he has mild cirrhosis. He follows what the doctors says and is discipline with his diet and he is very frustrated and discouraged because it seems he is just getting worst. Now his kidney and liver blood levels are not good. He feels he can’t anything cause everything has a side effect for him. He’s also on warfarin. Appreciate you video and honesty. It’s so said that more doctors don’t disclose what you are sharing. I also found out years later he could have drank wine or taken cayenne pepper instead of warfarin for his blood.
I’m taking Meloxicam,and Tylenol. Only one Meloxicam every 24hours,650 mg Tylenol as needed for my lower back pain, that’s not required for Surgery ,not on an empty stomach. I drink plenty of water. My was admitted on 2023 for edema, and kidney issues. I was diagnosed with Lupus, but every time I was tested for lupus, I was negative, with a egfr of 99%, but my protein was elevated. No scarring of my Kidneys. I’m taking Mycophenolate 500mg 2 tablets a day. None of the blood pressures mentioned I’m not prescribed. I’m pretty much back to normal. Thank you Dr. Frida!
Shalom my divine sister and thank you for keeping it real
I'm so glad I ran across this. I use to take 3 ibuprofen at a time because it said not more than 6 in 24hrs. My PA said my kidneys were fine but my chart said CKD3a. You are so right you have to be your own advocate. How can my kidneys be fine if my, GFR has been low for 2 yrs.4 now before I started google searching and paying more attention to my test results. I can't thank you enough much love to you.
@@LaRitaLee hi Beautiful i wants to watch and leave comments on your platform
Bad trip to ER: my IV bag was dry, I told RN and Doctors I need another MS bag bc I have bowel obstruction. They came to my bedside but didn’t do anything. I was dried for nearly 7 hours I was sent to get a CT scan for my Bowel obstruction-but did not have a new IV bag. I was really in and pain and asked for a new IV bag but no one listened. I’m was knowledgeable bc I practiced dialysis for a year with Fresenious and also Army RN ER and ICU but no one listened. Some doctors and nurses did not even introduced themselves. Some cut corners and changed my IVF to 10cc/HR. I nearly went on code blue. I told my Cardiologist the ELG trends and BP went erratic for almost 30 minutes. Called the young Nurse and she got upset with me the rest of the hospitalization for almost a week. Charge nurse came with assigned nurse and said we were saving time so it doesn’t get empty and machine Will ring again. I’ve reported it to my Cardiologist and he was the one apologized. Bad experienced every time I went to ER as a pt. Every time I went to ER I almost lost my life. Previously 8-10 yrs prior I’m a different hospital ER they didn’t even checked my EKG I told them I was experiencing numbed left arm and CP with possible bowel obstruction bc I did not have any bowel sounds and severely bloated. The LVN stated they were busy placed me in a distant room in ER very warmed room, I felt suffocating irritable. I told them I need an Oxygen supplement. Nurse told me I’m not a doctor and I should know better. I cannot just get an O2 TX. I was glad at least I had an IV running. But no one was answering my call button. As I got off the gurney not even a bed I saw in the nurses station nurses and doctors relaxed talking among themselves. I will never go back to ER. Later when I was discharged, my EKG showed that I had some heart damaged. But I secretly asked the RN to give me a copy. I went to see a cardiologist, discharged MD told ordered to see a cardiologist 0:50 0:50 in 6 weeks I did not know that rationale and he started many cardiac tests. It was confirmed I had an MI but no coronary arteries blockages. Today I hope the staff need to be more educated in treating female pts with cardiac problems. I paid my bills but later when I was urged to leave a comment or eval. I told them I will never go to ER unless I was dying & unconscious bc I was treated like a stray dog.
@@jocelynbaldwin9361 This is very serious. We really have to place ourselves in Gods care at all times. May God keep you and cover you with his protection and his mercy.🙏🙏🙏
@@jocelynbaldwin9361 it's designed that way if you know how the world really works it all connected to when we are born most of them are crooked
This information was helpful.I wish my mom would have been around long enough for me to send it to her.Unfortunately, she's no longer here 😢 💔🙏🏿However I will definitely take heed to this. Thank you. God bless you 🙏🏿
I've taken Spironolactone for blood pressure for 3 years, I was told I was in early stage 3 kidney disease 😮😢 I worked in dialysis for 17 years, i pay attention to my kidneys now, and heart.
Very educative. Thank you so much for this information
Also, ask your Pharmacist (not the tech), about your medications. They are usually happy to do this, in my experience, and often know more about the specific medication and combinations of medications you may be on than your prescriber does.
I was taking pain meds in prison for teeth pain for over a year and now I am being recommended to a kidney specialists by my doctor now 5 years later..how should I deal with this that they caused?✌🏾
Thank you for being so thorough in explaining these medications. Most doctors do not! Many doctors get irritated when patients ask questions. Can you address doctors to actually LISTEN to patients when they have questions? I've had doctors actually roll their eyes when I've asked questions.
Fire them.
Thank you for your information Dr. Frita God bless real good in Jesus name Amen ❤❤
Bless you Dr Freda , good information, thank God for doctors like you.
hello dear doc !
I taking Lisinopril 14 years no problems with my kidneys thanks God! 🙏
I have family and friends who almost died due to Lisinopril. One face totally swelled up and throat closed. It's true it's awful when you react😢
Thanks so much for your life 🧬 giving sharing.God bless you now and always.I have a story.For All who follow your teachings and your patients, may they receive supernatural healing.God keep you anointed for His people.
I wish I had a doctor like you, if I question my doctor any questions I have found they don’t like it. I have ask questions about my kidney test when they do normal blood work every 6 months. In fact I usually ask for a copy of my blood work test. I have people in my family that’s in the health field that I like to go over the results with ,included my A one C. They just think you worry about things. I just like to know my test results. I feel I have the right to know.
Doctor Frita hats off to you for helping so many and being so honest - thank you thank you! My husband who takes multiple medications that I try to warn him about checking with his doctor if he still need them; I often tell him your body let you know if something is wrong many times. He was taking blood thinners right after having problems with his heart and I kept telling him to ask his doctor if he could stop taking the medication. When he finally asked his physician, he took him off the blood thinners and several other drugs. I was taking hydrochloroth-iazide for high blood pressure and could not pass a toilet. I went to my doctor and let him know immediately and he took me off that med.
This was a great presentation. Where are you located? I only take one of the meds for bp.
My kidney Dr once had me on Losartan, and now he has changed it to Valersartan, I have stopped taking the Valersartan and my blood pressure is fine. I have an appointment coming soon
I will be letting him know that he should not have had me on those meds. All he been tellme to drink more water. Thank you so much Dr Frita I have learned so much by listening to your videos. Im ckd 3
And they keep opening new dialysis centers everywhere.
Davita
@victoriahardin1560 I'm glad I'm not the only one who noticed, they're definitely going up everywhere and I see all walks of life going in there Smh
@MsPrettyB That's the thing about greed - it is no respecter of persons. We are being distracted while people and companies get rich.
Actually more people are damaging their kidneys themselves by their diets and lifestyles @@victoriahardin1560
I drive for Uber, and pickups and drop-offs at the dialysis centers are a big part of our business now
Thank you for sharing this with us. Very informative
My husband has been on lorsartan potassium for 10 yrs he has developed ckd 3b. Wondering if the lorsartan is redponsible.
Great info! Renal failure runs on both sides of my family (maternal great grandmother, maternal aunt and both grandmothers). Thankfully, the disease has skipped me and I don’t take ANY meds for anything but I try to be careful.
Exactly..
I would love to have my records sent to you specifically. Please also let me know what insurances you accepts. You have been so helpful to many of my friends and acquaintances. We love your passion to educate people.
Thank you, Dr. Frita, for sharing this vital information! It’s so important to be aware of how common medications can affect our kidneys, especially since many of us take these drugs without fully understanding the risks. Your expertise as a board-certified nephrologist is invaluable, and I appreciate you taking the time to educate us on protecting our kidney health. I’m definitely subscribing to stay informed about more ways to keep my health on track. Looking forward to your next video!
Hi Dr. thanks for educating us. This is a very important topic and saving lives…..
Thank you Dr. I definitely will look into this
What a wealth of information.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
Wow. Thank you Dr.Frita. OUTSTANDING WORK!!! 1 mill, before 2025..
I took Lisinopril for a while until I had a bad reaction to it and my dr said I was allergic to it. I do have mild CKD now and it wouldn't suprise me if the bp meds I'm taking caused it since I'm currently taking 3 different bp meds.
I never had problems with my kidneys until I started taking BP medication
❤Hello Dr. Frita!!❤I'm currently taking HCTZ 25 mg, Benazepril 40 mg, and Spironolactone 50 mg and I've had the dyes for MRI's in the past❤Thankfully, I had no bad affects from the dyes❤But I took your advice from the other live and asked my doctor to have an indepth meeting with me about my grandma and baby sister's death reports❤Both were from kidney problems❤Thank you for your important information❤
I appreciate your honesty. You're very helpful to me. I drink some of these medications. I will talk to my Doctor about it.
I've been taking it for 2 years, motrin 800 MG times .yes Been taking all you have mentioned. Thank you so much for your great class !
NAIDS are evil.
Hi Doc
This is an eye opener. Thanks for educating us. I was diagnosed with hypercalcemia and I removed one of my parathyroid gland. I have been taking Lisonorm due to high blood pressure. I changed my diet ( low carbs, more fruits, vegs, no alcohol and a small meat portion) and my BP is still high.
Please help me to understand .
Are you sleeping or resting enough? What is causing the anxiety in your life? Sleep is is important to address BP. Are you doing walking exercises? How long are you just sitting at night?
Great teaching Doctor Frita.You explained your points very well.Thank you.
Beauty and brains! Thank you for this information
I take alot of these medications. I drink at least a gallon of water a day in hopes to offset and flush alot of these poisons out of my body.
Thank you Dr. Frita for the eye opening information. I wish all of my former doctors would have shared this information with me years ago. Now I know what to ask going forward with my health.👏🏾❤
My doctor was upfront when she prescribed a BP med - I would need to a kidney function test regularly as long as I took that med and to watch for pain in my lower back. Sure enough, within a couple of weeks, my urine was the color of Coca-Cola. I haven't taken anything since. I refuse to be on dialysis for the rest of my life.
What was the name of your blood pressure test ?
@@victoriahardin1560 nettle seeds are great for the kidneys
@arlenamathews4625 I cannot remember. The HZ, I think. I put it in the trash right away.
I had a Kidney Transplant last October 6th, 2024. I did Peritoneal Dialysis in my home for 10 years. It had been 6 years since I urinated. After surgery, my Transplant Surgeon told me that my urine would look like Pepsi or Coke & that I would see tiny blood clots for 3-4 days. That was true. Around the 5th day, my urine was a lil yellow & then it cleared up. Please get on dialysis if you need to. It saved my life. 🙏🏾🙏🏾
@@victoriahardin1560 have you tried castor oil packs? Check out babra O’Neil also nettle tea is good. How about changing your diet to a plant based diet
I have been taking both Lispril and hydrochlorothiazide for BP for 21 years now have ckd stage 3a is time change these meds? Also to let you know my last gfr was 47 what advice can you give me
thanks Dr. Frita being so transparent
I have CKD 3 and I take HCTZ and Lisinopril! Will talk with my kidney Dr right away. THANKS
Same - excepting I was taken off HCTZ a while back. Currently on 20mg / day Lisinopril.
They should have told you that before putting you on it my doctor told me and after about a year they took it off me good luck
My eGFR was declining. All my doctor told me was I am dehydrated. I drink lots of water and did not understand why. However, I feel my physician acted like the dehydration was my fault. I demanded to see a nephrologist who came to the conclusion that I didn't need the HCTZ that I had been on for 20 years because my weight decreased and it was causing my dehydration. My blood pressure actually improved once I was removed. You have to be your own advocate. It's not because my physician didn't care but many of them have a large patient panel and bottomline, they are human. Thank you for this video. African Americans are especially vulnerable and you can tell by all the dialysis centers popping up in the neighborhoods.
@@taralobo Are you currently taking any BP meds?
DR I found your information very useful ❤❤❤
I am on Losartan 100 mg + Diuretics. Last month I had stopped using them bcuz the side effects made my energy low, leaving me always feeling tired & fatigue. Afterwards my Energy went up and I started exercising and lost over 13 pounds. After a month while bowling with my family half way my energy started dropping and lite headed so I went to the hospital and my BP was 202/101 so they gave me some meds to help bring it down and instructed me to continue taking my BP meds until consulting my primary doctor. I really wish it was some natural remedies that could help with NO side effects but meantime I might also try acupuncture and see if that can help as well
Dr. Frita, a nephrologist told me that people with CKD 3,4 should avoid hard labor outdoor jobs in the sun. Discussing what jobs to avoid would make an interesting topic for one of your future videos! Thanks for all you do.....
@@Jay_Dahl I have. KD stage 3 and the her is awful. Inside and outside. It has cha bed my life dramatically. I got CKD from medication they were giving me for inflammation. I had fallen at work and got hurt bad 7 surgeries which led to inflammation and arthritis. Totally changed my life .
@Jay_Dahl
Review the Need for Vutamin D or Vitamin 3. This vitamin is recommeded for Kidney health and we receive vitamin D from the Sun Naturally.
Thank you for the advice
Yes i was on some of these pills. Also my husband died of kidney failure and heart failure.
Thank you for this important information. I was on Lisinopril had to stop ( the cough), now exactly what you said. I will have my kidneys checked.
I had my kidney function go below normal by using too much NSAIDS & Tylenol ( my doctor wouldn't take me seriously regarding my pain !!!!!!) Physical Therapy and continued exercise helped me a lot. I now use Trumeric-curcummin and Bossweilia for imflamation and pain. I use Tylenol occasionally. My mother died of Renal Failure.
Do you suffer from arthritis?
Bless you and fight to continue stay healthy
Thanks for this very important lesson. I take Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide, now Dr says I am secreting a lot of proteinuria and wants a kidney biopsy. Am worried.
@@salomemabukz7474 ...Hey y'all
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I do not claim to be without sin and fault. My lengthy comment is not intended to attack, offend, condemn or judge anyone. I am just sharing an emergency truth of God. God may allow a "commandment test" before the second gathering of His people. Please give ear.
Do you all know that today, there are "Sabbath Laws/Sunday Blue Laws" on government books? There are organizations working hard to bring these laws to the forefront once again.
The United States Of America "legislated Sabbaths" are calculated by man's time, namely, The Famous Gregorian Calendar. I was told, the state I live in, acknowledges "Sunday" as the Sabbath.
Do you also know that God ordained a Time/Calendar in the beginning of creation? Yes, yes He did!
Genesis 1:14, the lights in heaven, the sun, moon and stars are true time. It is by these lights that days and years are determined and calculated.
ALL days are calculated by the sun, moon and stars . This includes the Sabbath day.
God gave us His "Time" before He gave us the commandment to keep the seventh day Sabbath holy. Therefore, It is very clear that it is in God's will that we use His "Time" to keep His "Sabbath", etc.
Research!!! God may allow The Powers To Be, again, to enforce some type of "Sabbath Law", to see if we will keep His Commands or no. God uses nations to test His people. Take notice of one example in Judges 2:20-23 to 3:1-4.
If this be so, knowing God's true Calendar in Genesis 1:14, will be essential to calculate the true Sabbath, so none will be found on the wrong side and serving the Beasts in Revelations 13 and 14.
Man can change their time/calendars, but they cannot change the true Time/Calendar in heaven.
An hundred plus, nations' weeks, start with Monday as the first day. I think a little less than seventy nations start their weeks on Sunday.
If...If Monday is made the first day of the week worldwide, then Sunday will be the seventh day universally. In return, today's "Saturday Sabbath Keepers", will tomorrow, be aligned on Sunday the seventh day.
This is why, it is very crucial as to what calendar we use to calculate and keep Sabbath, etc.
There is an interesting article on Google written by Steve H. Hanke concerning a President Donald J. Trump calendar. The article is entitled, " A Trump Calendar, Forever?" Look at the format on that proposed calendar. Monday is the first day of week. Research, read and enjoy....
Romans 6:16 reads, "...whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey..."
Servants, serve....
If any honor a "false Sabbath" calculated by man's time ABOVE the true Sabbath calculated by God's Time, they will be serving man and not The God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob.
Mother Eve failed her test. She was given a simple command to not eat from a particular tree. She did not trust and obey The God that walked in the garden in the cool of the day. She obeyed, trusted and served Satan.
Who we obey is who we serve.
Also, research "The Seven Noahide Laws" and "Project 2025." Will these laws be enforced upon mankind one day?
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This is how I keep the Sabbath day by the lights in heaven. But do your own research for the truth.
Imagine being in the wilderness without a Gregorian calendar or any other man made time in your pocket. And, all you have for "time" are the the lights that overshadow you.
When you see the first light that appears on the moon, the sliver, this is the New Moon Day, the first day of the month, the beginning of the month. This is how I start.
Some start the first day of the month on the day before the first light appears on the moon, this is called the "dark phase New Moon Day."
All of us who believe this truth are not on the same page, and we do not fully understand every detail about God's "Time", but that is okay.
We, who keep Sabbath by the command in Genesis 1:14, believe that all things will work out for good.
We believe God's word that says, "we know in part" and "...the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day."
We do not stress about the additional knowledge needed on how to keep His calendar perfectly, because we know God will help us to understand more, in His timing. But one thing, we do acknowledge, is that, this message is truth!!!!!
We believe, therefore we speak.
During the Exodus, the children of Israel was compassed between the sea and Pharaoh's army. They did not see how they were going to make it. They said, "...let us alone that we may serve the Egyptians, for it had been better for us to serve the Egyptians..."
Like this message, some know that it is truth, but they do not understand it fully and cannot see how they will make it if they take a hold of it. They say, in a sense, "let us alone, we will continue to serve man and keep his method of calculation for Sabbaths, etc."
What people need to be asking themselves is, "Is this message truth?" And, if Truth, walk in it by faith and by the grace and power of God.
"...SPEAK UNTO THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL, THAT THEY GO FORWARD."
God has three category of days, the New Moon Day, the Six Work Days and the Sabbath day. They never overlaps each other on God's Time, never!
After the New Moon Day, count Six Work Days and then the Sabbath. This is how the first week looks on all of God's months.
Week 2, count Six Work days and then the Sabbath. Weeks 3 and 4, follow the same suit. The next month this wonderful process starts over again. A good example of the months resetting is written in Luke 6:1. In this verse of scripture, was this the "second Sabbath" after Adam was created? No No and No!
Remember, there is never, ever, ever 5 weeks in God's months as there is in the Gregorian Calendar.
Take heed to this message, look around, observe the times, take notice of the conditions of this world, how the kingdoms are falling.
God's Kingdom is at hand. Isaiah 66 says that "from one New Moon to another and from one Sabbath to another, shall all flesh come to worship before me:"
There ain't gonna be no Gregorian calendar or any other man-made time to calculate the New Moon day or the Sabbath day in God's Kingdom. Isaiah will testify to this!!
I believe the woman in Revelation 12 represents the "Israelites indeed", who keep Sabbath by the sun, moon and stars and people that have join them. The Sabbath is a sign between God and His people. The lights are for "signs" as stated in Genesis 1:14. Make the connection.
I could be wrong, but, I also believe that this message will keep people from being deceive by Satan to receive the mark of the Beast. There is a section written about the Sabbath in the "Project 2025" document. Research it,
Sorry so long, but important. Thanks for reading❤️
May the God of our Father Jacob richly bless every reader and theirs and may He count us worthy to escape the things that are coming upon earth. PEACE
I took Hydrochlorothiazide for years that is terrible lisinopril supposed to be protective for the kidneys but get off the hydrochlorothiazide
@salomemabukz7474 You mean you are secreting Protein, not proteinuria.
And how can we tell if we are about too have kidney problems!.
God bless you Dr Frita.
Hi !! I take aleve pm and Benadryl several times per week. Could this damage my kidneys??
I am liking what I’m hearing from you Dr. Frita, my husband has kidney issues, where are you located? I would love for him to visited you.
Hi 😍 I'm being seen by a nephrologist because my kidney number keeps going up and down. I do take Losartan HCTZ in it so the doctor is just having me take Losartan without the HCTZ in it. I'm afraid. Thank you so much this helps me so much.
Why is it going up though? That needs to look at.
Good night doctor I'm taking blood pressure table and the pills that I'm is Amlodipine 10mg ( Amlocard 140 that is what I'm taking his this tab harmful for my kidney I would like to know thank u for your information and what we can eat and drink
Thank you for expanding my meagre knowledge of kidney health. 🙏🏻
Thank you for the candid honesty......we are trying to prevent dialysis for my mom
...we do need some help if we can call for a life changing consult
Shalom God bless you Sister praying for people like you that can lead us out of bondage❤
God bless you Dr Frita 🎉for all these information 🙏🏻 my husband and myself is on Losartan he did his blood works and was told that his Kidney was bad and he got an appointment to go and see a Neurologist and is if no time is spent with you after your told about about these shocking news im very concerned about our health .only God. Blessings blessings 🙌 🙏🏻 🎉to you Doc and your family ❤
I have been prescribed Lisinopril & Hydrochlorothiazide for high blood pressure and I have Chronic Kidney Failure
Thank you for this candid advice. As a patient with 3rd degree CKD and stones, I am in need of this advice. I don’t feel I am getting great advice about my kidneys. I try not to take medications unless absolutely needed.
I am at stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease. Should I be concerned? I take Tylenol for arthritis pain, 6 per day.
What advice do you offer for someone who is dehydrated? Even when you drink alot Of water
Thank you for your info be blessed
Thank you very much. Much needed information to help me others be aware of drugs and / or procedures that may harm my or others kidneys.
Hi Dearest Respected DR Frrita . Good morning from Assam India. I see your every contain and I love and your speaking because I understood all ok keep it up. HALELUYAH in Amen
Hi Dr. Frita, Thank you for the great information on your channel. Does Synthroid cause kidney damage and high blood pressure?
I was wondering about synthrioid am pressure too cause my kidneys to hurt?
My daughter has ESKD, and she had been prescribed all of these medications; I remember her doctor continually telling her she wouldn't live very long. Evidently, she was aware of my daughter's kidney functioning but never shared it with her. When she was diagnosed, she was already at stage 5. She has dialysis 4xs a week.
What if you take lamotrigine, lacosamide, Dilantin and Phenobarbital for seizure control. I just had an MRI Abdominal test that it wasn't nothing cancerous but it showed that I had a light fatty liver .
4 Minutes, 1 Aspirin 81 mg per Day. I'll get back with U later with A list of all my VA Medications. LOL= Lots of Love. May God bless U & Ur Family Forevermore!!!!! My Son Is also A Doctor for about 6-8 Years.
The VA don’t give a fck. If you don’t take control of your health, you’ll be on dialysis. VA prescribe, prescribe, prescribe.
Aw, thank you so much! 😊 I love the LOL = Lots of Love! Thank you for your service, I’m here to help when you're ready to chat more about your medications. Stay blessed, and may God bless your family as well! Also stay tuned for our members only Q and A, this will be a great opportunity to get your questions answered in real time.
Omg side effects I been on all of them 😮😢@@DrFrita
I think you so much
Please keep me informed Laurie Murray
Lisinopril I taken for nearly 20 years. I have occasional back/ kidney pain. And my blood pressure has been pretty high for the last few months. 160-170s over 90s -100 area.
Hi Dr.Frita I was prescribed Lisinopril when I was diagnosed diabetic in 2012 to protect my kidney and still take it today started out taking 5mg now it’s 10mg what questions should I be asking
Thanks for your question and for subscribing! Lisinopril is often prescribed for people with diabetes. Be sure to ask your doctor how it’s impacting your kidney function long-term, if dose adjustments are needed, and whether it’s still the best option for your diabetes care. For personalized guidance, reach out directly to your doctor, or feel free to book a one-on-one consultation here: social.Drfrita.Com/conciergeservice. Be well.
I'm about to stop talking blood pressure meds. Omg thanks Doc, i have to stop talking meds. Yes I've been taking pain meds for years. That's probably why i have fatty liver. Don't know about my kidneys, but I'm having issues. Stomach bloated , i don't go to the bathroom number 2 just back up. Calling for coloni cleaning tomorrow take more seamoss etc. Omg thanks Doc.
I'm allergic to bactrim
ibuprofen ,,, right it gave me kidney pain too much but i stopped it , since then i am fine
It blistered my stomach so badly, I couldn't eat for months, and dropped to 80lbs. That's the closest to death I've ever been, that I'm aware of.
I love to hear of your info, Dr Frita. Thank you for your concern. I am so want to be cautious.
I am allergic to contrast dyes. So that's not an option.
I take 2 Tylenol 9:14 arthritis pills on an empty stomach with lots of water every morning for my horrible hip pain . Will that be ok
Dr. Frida, This vid3o was very informative. I'm totally glad that I listen0ed to this information. Some of those meds were checked off by me. You're a doctor that really cares for patients health. I truly appreciate you for releasing this information!!!!!
How about opioid meds for pain??? I have been on options for over 10 hrs. I am truly concerned with my health more so now that I'm in my mid sixties??? I wish other care providers would follow your lead on distributing this vital information,, may the Lord continue to flourish within your life to actually care for your patients and 🎉for world in general, God bless you in a mighty way, again Blessings!!!!!
Thank you Dr. Frita for your excellent video. It's always important to have a kidney function test because so many are unaware of their kidney health or the importance of staying hydrated to maintain kidney health! God Bless!
Thank you Doctor, but what is ace inhibitor
Good evening Dr. Thank you, BLESS YOU
Well what blood pressure medication would you suggest for someone with ckd stage. 2?