Stage 3 kidney?

 

I took a blood test and I guess it showed stage 3 of my kidneys pre-diabetic and low vitamin D also low estrogen. I don't know what any of this means or if it's really serious I don't have an appointment until the middle of February. The nurse called me with this information. Is this information do I need a specialist or just keep seeing my family doctor I'm confused my swelling in my body is getting worse I also have a lump on top of the knuckles of my hand and a pea-sized hard lump underneath the skin on the palm of my hand which in turn makes my hand pretty much useless and she has yet to address this problem either. IDK what to do.

Female | 45 years old

People with poorly controlled diabetes mellitus can develop kidney damage which causes the body to progressively waste protein in the urine and may lead to swelling in the legs. Stage 3 suggests that the kidneys are functioning at roughly 50% of their capacity. High blood pressure causes stress for both the heart and kidneys, accelerating kidney damage in diabetes.   Having diabetes and hypertension together  is an alarm signal to become very responsible with your medical care if kidney failure is to be avoided. The fact that you note swelling suggests that you need a good medical check up to manage these issues. 

Low vitamin D levels are a problem for most people in our industrialized society. both because of our diet and our limited exposure to sunlight. Vitamin D is very important for our immunity and for the health of our internal organs. Fortunately, vitamin D supplements are readily available and should be included in our diet. 

Freely movable lumps on the knuckles and palms usually represent cysts that develop over tendons that move our fingers and represent wear and tear. Your physician can verify this and suggest management.