I had a Hysterectomy in August of 2009, which resulted in a stitched off Ureter and subsequent Nephrostomy bag and Ereteral repair/replace. I'ts been 1 1/2 years of repeated urinary Strep B infections (about every 4-6 weeks). Just a few weeks ago, the right kidney became very tender, I have been purely exhausted, swelling of hands and tingling. Urologist performed renal ultrasound and VCUG which confirmed Grade 3 Reflux and mild Hydronephrosis of BOTH kidneys. The subsequent Mag 3 Renal scan with Lasix showed as "normal". My question is...I've asked the doctor for blood tests to make sure my kidneys are functioning normally and he is refusing. Am I way off base for asking for the blood test? (i.e. Creatinine level, GFS, metabolic panel, etc). Please help