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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 when it was hard to explain fatigue to...

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 get some answers. How did you feel after...

Do you have support when things get tough with CKD?

I was just diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, but I have several other chronic illnesses. My anxiety was through the roof, I was scared, and then the tears came when...

will i be able to work once i start dialysis? just office work, no heavy lifting.

looking for feedback about working when you are on dialysis. no heavy lifting..just office work....

Has Anyone Been Effected By The "Baxter Plant Closure"?

Baxter has 7 manufacturing sites within North America and 13 plants worldwide. Some hospitals where taking steps to conserve their supplies of intravenous (IV) fluids, How have the closures affected...

CKD

Trying to make plans. Seems like I try to plan on traveling to see my daughter, I get an UTI or hospital visit. Got diagnosed with CKD a year after...

Chronic Kidney Disease And Our Mental Health

Having to deal with a chronic illness like kidney disease or any other illness can take a toll on our mental health. So many people practice mindfulness. I have never...

How Is Your Personal Relationship With Friends And Family Since CKD Diagnosis?

I have heard people say that friends and friends treat them differently after telling them they have chronic kidney disease. When you are ill relationships can experience changes in roles...

Have you tired alternative ways to help relive your symptoms that was recommend by a health professional?

Recently I've been taking different vitamins like vitamin D, c, e, cod liver oil and many other kinds to help my bones to my blood but recently medical marijuana has...

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 with freinds and family as this is something...

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