Question When will I start dialysis? Answer This will depend on your symptoms – if you can pass decent amounts of urine and you are not regularly experiencing nausea and/or vomiting and breathlessness, it is common for people whose kidney function is 5-10% to still manage without dialysis. Blood results are also important, especially if[…]
Question I am currently on the Transplant waiting list. During a call for a possible kidney, which due to unforeseen circumstances did not go ahead, I was told the match was 210. I have read some information about tissue typing but find it has too much jargon. Is it possible to have a clear, uncomplicated,[…]
Question I have CKD and I am finding it difficult to discuss my diagnosis, and future need for a kidney transplant or dialysis, with my family and friends. Is this normal and what is the best way to overcome this? Answer Many people find it difficult to talk to their family and friends about[…]
by Jackie Yates Starting haemodialysis at home is a little daunting, but also liberating. It doesn’t take any less time than it would in the unit, and you have to be self-disciplined to do the required dialysis sessions, as well as all the necessary setting up, disposal of clinical waste, and routine maintenance needed. The[…]