Thief of JoyBeing chronically ill sometimes puts you in the mindset that you just aren’t doing enough. Is it really that we’re not doing enough or is it that we are comparing... By Danyea Bailey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dealing with the Tenckhoff Catheter InsertionA few weeks ago, I went in for my Tenckhoff catheter insertion surgery. For those that don't know, a catheter is the tube that gets surgically inserted in to your... By Holly Wakelin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chemo Is Not Just For CancerIt surprises me how people do not realize that just because you are getting treated with chemotherapy does not mean you have cancer. Chemotherapy is actually used to treat some... By Jokiva Bellard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Join the Conversation: 4 Popular Forums About Living With Chronic Kidney DiseaseFor more than a year, the forums section of Chronic-Kidney-Disease.net has been a place to vent, find support, and connect with others about all things related to chronic kidney disease... By Chronic-Kidney-Disease.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Health Leaders: How Does CKD Impact Relationships?In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this series! Living with a chronic health condition like chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be a challenge. CKD can impact... By Chronic-Kidney-Disease.net Team5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How I Have Navigated Exercise With CKDFitness has always been an important part of my life. I believe to reap all benefits your body and mind has to offer, exercise needs to be included in your... By Holly Wakelin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Predicting Future eGFR in People With Type 2 Diabetes and CKDPeople with type 2 diabetes have higher amounts of sugar in their blood. If type 2 diabetes is left untreated, it can cause other problems over time. For example, type... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Mental Health Challenges With Chronic Kidney DiseaseI’ve only been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease for a short while now. Living with this illness has been a challenging experience for me to say the least. One thing... By Diane Talbert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Lupus Nephritis and Chronic Kidney DiseaseChronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-term condition in which the kidneys do not work as well as healthy kidneys. CKD tends to worsen over time. But early detection and... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What It's Like To Live With An Invisible IllnessHaving an invisible illness is interesting. In my experience, it has taught me to internalize a lot of what I'm feeling. I have always been a see it to believe... By Holly Wakelin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Thought of Mortality and TransplantThis is a bit of a dark and dingy topic, but to be completely honest, it is a thought that crosses your mind as your kidney function starts to decline... By Holly Wakelin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Does Type 2 Diabetes Remission Lower CKD Risk?Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is common in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Getting your blood glucose levels back to normal is crucial in preventing and managing diabetes complications, including... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Importance of Social Support in Managing Chronic Kidney DiseaseDo you have a strategy for building a supportive network with CKD? Living with this can be challenging, both physically and emotionally. It can be helpful to have a support... By Diane Talbert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Health Leaders: The Impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on Daily LifeLife with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be different than before diagnosis. Depending on what stage you are in, CKD can impact your diet, finances, work, intimacy, travel, and relationships... By Chronic-Kidney-Disease.net Team5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Managing Swelling Caused by Kidney DiseaseChronic kidney disease (CKD) can have many complications, or health issues that occur along with the condition. A common complication of CKD is swelling (edema) of the legs, hands, or... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Becoming A Better MeWhen I was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, or CKD, I was not understanding what I should do and I think most people feel this way. Before experiencing my first... By Jokiva Bellard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
This or That: Busting Myths About Living With Chronic Kidney DiseaseThere are so many myths and misconceptions about living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and it can be hard to figure out what is factual. It's important to know the... By Chronic-Kidney-Disease.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Diabetes and Kidney Disease: What to Eat?Type 2 diabetes can cause kidney problems that slowly get worse. About 1 in 3 adults with diabetes have chronic kidney disease (CKD). A big part of managing type 2... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Kidney Transplant MedicationsJoin me in this video as I share what medications I currently take since undergoing my kidney transplant. My medications are always changing, but the ones I've shown you are... By Sabad Khaire1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
National Kidney Month: Bluetooth Water Bottle GiveawayThe Bluetooth Water Bottle Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! March is National Kidney Month. In honor of this awareness month, we are hosting a giveaway! When... By Chronic-Kidney-Disease.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments