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Supplements, do you take any prescribe or over the counter?

I recently had a blood test routine and my levels were quite low like my vitamin D, magnesium and others but my doctor isn't concerned or isn't doing much when...

How Do You Handle Being Diagnosed With Several Illiness At Once?

I was talking to someone who got diagnosed with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, kidney stones, and chronic kidney disease all within a few weeks. Have you ever been diagnosed...

What Do You Do When Your Cramps Are Unbearble?

I have talked to many people who have the most painful cramping. They are saying it is the worst pain ever. I remember getting a cramp so bad once that...

What Is The Impact Of Plant Based Diet On Your GFR?

My numbers have declined significantly. This is a wake-up call for me, so I have to change my lifestyle. What are your thoughts on a plant-based diet? Have you ever...

Are You New To Dialysis Or Had A Transplant Before Dialysis?

I know this can be hard and your life changes forever. You have to deal with new lifestyle stuff and learn new things. This can get overwhelming. Don't forget about...

What have you learned since being diagnosed with CKD?

*This giveaway has closed but we still welcome community members to share what they've learned since being diagnosed with CKD* We all can learn something from those around us and...

What Tina Turner Taught Us About Chronic Kidney Disease?

For those of you who don't know who Tina Turner is, she was the queen of rock and roll. She just passed away recently. This is going to be short...

Do you use therapy or other methods to cope with CKD?

I have been in and out of therapy with a renal psychiatrist over the years to help with learning to cope with CKD, the anxiety behind it, and learning tools...

What tips would you give to someone on how to shower with a peritoneal dialysis catheter or a chest port?

This question came up in a group meeting. Someone suggested waterproof sheets or plastic to keep the area dry. Do you have anything to add to this list? We would...

Does anyone monitor their blood pressure with a machine at home?

I’ve recently been told to measure my blood test and depending on the results I will take my medication or not, of course it’s different for everyone but do you...

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