Do You Get Extremely Cold When Doing Dialysis?
This question came up in a support group meeting. Are you allowed to have electric blankets or anything like that when you are doing dialysis? Some people are extremely cold and don't know what to do. What are some things you can suggest to stay warm at this time? We would like to hear your suggestions. Diane (Team Member)
Many chronic kidney disease patients have anemia. You also feel very tired. Anemia can also make you feel cold. Anemia is the result of kidney disease not producing as much heat in their bodies. We have fewer red blood cells which carry oxygen through the body. Does this ever happen to you? We would like to hear from you. Diane (Team Member)
good Morning. So you experience cold while you are doing your dialysis? Have you found a way to keep warm? Does your clinic allow you to bring in a heated blanket? I think that would be fabulous if they did. I’m not on dialysis but I know the rooms are kept cold and of course the process causes you to feel cold. I just can’t imagine I hate the cold. I also wonder about being comfortable. I have a really bad back and hips and I wonder about how I would be comfortable sitting in those chairs for 3-4 hours. Do you find them comfortable? Keep fighting the good fight kidney warrior 💚 Cindy (Team Member) , thanks for replying. I have spoken to a few people on dialysis. They gave me some great tips. We can wear warm clothing and wear layers - like a sweater, hat, and even gloves, Did you know they have clothing made for dialysis patients?
How are you doing? We would like to hear from you. Diane (Team Member)
Hell yes! Which is the total opposite of what I used to be like. I had to live within a controlled environment at approx 72 degrees always
Good Afternoon. Im not on dialysis but I do know from my dad’s end stage renal failure how cold those rooms were. I hate the cold and I would be miserable if it was me. I would have to bring in a huge comforter and wear sweats. lol. Winter is not my friend and dialysis wouldn’t be either. I’m sorry you have to endure that but thankful that it is providing you lifesaving measures. Have you found any ways to navigate the cold? Thank you for sharing and please ask questions when you have them and we will try to get answers if we can. We are always here for venting and support. Keep fighting the good fight kidney warrior 💚. Cindy (Team Member)
I really hate dialysis. I have numerous other illnesses and analysts in pain even when laying down in bed or trying to get out of bed for crying out loud. It's ridiculous
They said dialysis would make me feel better so it's been around 6 months and I'm still waiting for it to begin.
I feel like a huge burden to those around me and know that I can only handle so much... I am tired of being a problem and or concern to someone else who says it's fine, while secretly resenting me for making them feel Obligated to help care for me in a long term situation., thanks for chiming in. You sound so much like my son. He has also had to have 3 surgeries and takes dialysis 3 times a week. He works everyday. I'm not sure how he does it without being worn out. He also goes on cruises and takes planes to places. He has been doing dialysis for 3 years. We are happy to have you as part of the community and would like to hear more from you. Yes, trust in the process. How are you feeling? Diane (Team Member) , thanks for sharing with us. I like your attitude. My youngest son has been on dialysis for about 3 years and works a full-time job. He has that positive attitude just like you. Keep up the good work and keep singing!!! I hope you have a Merry Christmas. How are you feeling today? We would like to hear more from you. Diane (Team Member)
