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...reactions4comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
My Husbands Dietary Patterns Which May Have Lead to CKDToday, I want to share a personal story with you about my husband’s journey with chronic kidney disease (CKD); about how his...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions7comments
Swelling (Edema) and Chronic Kidney Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and ManagementChronic kidney disease (CKD) can have many complications, or health issues that occur along with the condition. A common complication of CKD...reactions6comments
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...reactionscomments
This or That: Busting Common Chronic Kidney Disease MythsThere are so many myths and misconceptions about living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and it can be hard to figure out...reactions3comments
Diabetes and Kidney Disease Diet: A Guide to Managing Both ConditionsType 2 diabetes can cause kidney problems that slowly get worse. About 1 in 3 adults with diabetes have chronic kidney disease...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Foods That Help With Iron Deficiency AnemiaEditor’s Note: This article was written by Elizabeth Alvarez and originally appeared on our partner site InflammatoryBowelDisease.net. Since I was a child...reactionscomments
Getting Back To WorkIt's time for me to get off of my feet and back into the workforce. Three months ago, my body was going...reactionscomments
Chronic Kidney Disease and Dealing With Uncontrollable High Blood PressureDealing with chronic kidney disease has taught me that controlling my blood pressure is a top priority for me. I am just...reactions5comments
The Importance Of Knowing Your LimitIn September 2023, I spent five days abroad, and I must say I enjoyed a well-deserved break and sunshine as London, England...reactionscomments
When The Caregiver Needs Privacy As A PatientI have been a caregiver for years. But when I got my kidney scare, along with a few other things, I was...reactionscomments
How I Manage CKD While Away From HomeManaging chronic kidney disease (CKD) while away from home can be a challenge, but with careful planning and a few key strategies...reactionscomments
What Is Hyperkalemia?When you live with chronic kidney disease (CKD), you have a higher chance of forming another condition, hyperkalemia. While hyperkalemia is usually...reactionscomments
