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Recovery rates from postrenal failure?

I am almost four months out from postrenal failure from urethra blockage. I am 9 weeks out from green light resection of the prostate and peeing much, much better. When...

Access To Medical Records

I requested my medical records from my primary care physician. This was when I read that I had chronic kidney disease. I was stage 3, and shock to even see...

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Welcome! Please Introduce Yourself

Welcome to our community! We’d love to learn a little about what has brought you here....

What Do You Do With Dialysis Waste If You Do Hemodialysis Treatment?

I'm not talking about liquid waste of course. I want to concentrate more on dialysis cassettes, bags, masks, drain bags, tubing, and boxes. But most importantly the boxes. We get...

What Are Your Thoughts On Genetic Testing?

I have been thinking about this for a while now. My father, son, cousin and I have been diagnosis with CKD. Has anyone ever had genetic testing done to see...

What can this be and what needs to be done

For over a week I have been suffering with high blood sugars(usually they have been low/average) and high blood pressure as well. This concerns both my doctor and myself. Any...

Has anyone had difficulty finding a Certified Renal Dietician?

There are many Registered Dietitians and very few Certified Renal Dieticians who have had specialized education for Chronic Kidney Disease people. I did find one who was in private practice...

Embarrassment of meeting up with friend's when you don’t have a job?

I sometimes do not want to meet up with friends because when they talk about work I can’t be involved in the conversation because I don’t have a job, it...

Anyone on Prednisolone or have been?

I’ve been taking Prednisolone and I have been struggling with the side effects of gaining weight the most, it’s such a big change for me that it’s been affecting my...

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What Is Your Favorite Self-Care Routine?

Having chronic kidney disease can take a toll on your physical, emotional, and social health. What are some ways you practice self-care to manage your stressors?...

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