What are the advances of the mechanical kidney and pig kidney transplants?I’m going on 2 years of 3days a week dialysis. It is time consuming and limits my ability to travel and visit my family....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDialysis Coping
Can Losing Weight And Exercise Improved Kidney Functions?I read an article recently that said most people with CKD will die from a heart condition before reaching dialysis....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesExerciseDiet & Nutrition
How long have you been on dialysis for?How long have you been on dialysis for (either currently or in the past)? What type of dialysis? Please share your experiences with us!...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDialysis
New renal failureI have to go on dialysis which I've never done before. I will probably choose an AV fistula. When is that process started?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
What were some of the biggest adjustments to make to your lifestyle when starting dialysis?I have several family members on dialysis, so I got many different answers....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
A Persons Decision To Refuse DialysisMy grandmother was 85 when she was told she had to go on dialysis, or she would only have 2 weeks to live....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDialysis CopingLate stage
My eGfr is 14. I am not going to have dialysis. Who else has opted out of dialysisReactions0reactionsComments2 repliesLate stage
Twenty Four Years And Counting On DialysisI have a family member that has been on dialysis for 24 years. I remember when she first started she had to start a whole new lifestyle....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingHemodialysis