Kidney biopsy question

Hi Lisa,

One site I looked at said the stay would be between 6 to 24 hours depending on how you do. I thought this link might help you.

http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/kidney-biopsy

I would still follow Lyn's advice to call though. Each place has it's own protocol.

Take care,
Lazylegs

hi lisa
i've had 3 done. the 1st time i had to stay in bed for 24hrs flat on my back. 2nd and 3rd i was up after 4 hours because i had no problems after. it took 24-48 hours for my test results to come back. depending on what the doctors need you for after you should be home in about 2 days. do not lift anything or take asprin base pain killers for 2 weeks after because the kidney needs to heal. but you will need to have pain killers when you get home. it doesn't take long to get over it a couple of days but it's a good way for the docs to see exactly how your doing.
good luck
michelle

Hi Lisa, Like you it takes me awhile to process what my Doctors tell me, especially when terms like biopsy are part of the conversation. The filtration system in my kidneys are affected by Lupus, and though I can not see it , their is always blood when I'm tested. So far no biopsy required. My problem is Lung involvement. I pray everything goes well for you on Tuesday. Sending you Good Wishes. Rosie

Thanks everyone for the advice and kind words!

I'll call my nephrologist tomorrow to ask. I've had one before, but the sedatives I took to keep my blood pressure down for the procedure have made the details a bit fuzzy... Probably for the best really!

I love this site - you are all so helpful and kind and well-informed!

Lisa

So today was b-day. I dressed in my test-day best - stretched-out yoga pants, a ratty t shirt, and a bra that closes in the front, and a big hoody to hide the mess.

Took my two atavan, got checked in and braceleted, confirmed allergies, and had my blood pressure taken. Oops. the lower number was 97, so the test is off for today until my bp is more controlled. It was fine in nephrologsts' office last week.

Wander loopily through the hallways to find my ride home - Ativan has definitely kicked in at this point. Ride home, and a day off. Yes, it's finally come to this - I'm skiving off work because I'm stoned...8)

Will get on bp meds tomorrow, and hopefully have something scheduled next week.

Hi Lisa,

Sorry to hear the biopsy had to be postponed. I am sure you would have rather have gotten it over with today. Good luck getting your blood pressure down.

Two Ativan and I would be flying. I only had one for my lumbar puncture and the doctor could have done anything and I wouldn't have cared.

Take care,
Lazylegs