Forums

Read conversations, start a discussion, and connect with others about chronic kidney disease.

Active yesterday

What are some lingering questions you have about CKD?

All questions are safe here. What would you like to know about chronic kidney disease? Post your question here and our health...

Active yesterday

What tests led to your chronic kidney disease diagnosis?

There are multiple tests that a doctor may use to diagnose chronic kidney disease (CKD). Some of the most common are urine...

Active yesterday

What do you wish that someone would have told you when you were first diagnosed with CKD?

I wish I had been told that I needed to watch what I eat and drink at the beginning of this journey...

Active yesterday

How did you feel after getting diagnosed with CKD?

A new diagnosis can be so overwhelming and it can bring up many emotions. Fear, frustration, surprise, and maybe even relief to...

Active 3 days ago

Do you live with any other health conditions in addition to CKD?

Many people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) also live with other health conditions. What other health conditions do you (or your...

Active 3 days ago

What adjustments to diet have you made since being diagnosed with CKD?

Hi! Diet is often a part of management plans for chronic kidney disease. It can also be confusing because adjustments to diet...

Active 3 days ago

Tips for managing fatigue. How would you describe your fatigue? How has it impacted your life?

I have lived with fatigue for decades. I had a great career and now I'm retired. There were times in my life...

Active 3 days ago

How does chronic kidney disease impact your exercise?

Hi! I'm curious to hear more about chronic kidney disease and exercise. Has CKD impacted or changed your ability or participation in...

Active 7 days ago

Has your health impacted your relationships with friends or family?

I thought I would start this discussion board to see if anyone has had any personal experiences with their health impacting relationships...

Have you experienced any chronic kidney disease symptoms?

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) symptoms can often be quite inconspicuous – that's sometimes why CKD is referred to as a "silent" disease. I'm...

Categories

Select a category to find topics that interest you.