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Dialysis patient education focuses on active involvement in care, including understanding treatment options, following diet and fluid restrictions, managing medications, and caring for the dialysis access site. Key aspects include attending all prescribed treatments on time, working with a kidney dietitian to create a personalized meal plan, and learning to recognize potential problems or complications.
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Important FAQ’s
Dialysis is a medical treatment that filters and purifies your blood of waste products and extra fluids when your kidneys are unable to do so.
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is categorized into five stages (1-5) based on your glomerular filtration rate (GFR), with Stage 1 being normal to high GFR with kidney damage and Stage 5 being kidney failure
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No, kidney disease, especially chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney failure, is generally not curable, but it can be managed and its progression slowed.
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Cost of dialysis treatment varies from treatment option you are placed on by your Nephrologist/ Physician and the medical aid you are affiliated with. We accept all kinds of medical schemes and we help facilitate the pre-authorisation process. For self funding patient, a private negotiated fee applies.
You generally need to be on dialysis for the rest of your life if you have chronic kidney failure, or until you receive a kidney transplant. However, for temporary acute kidney injury (AKI), dialysis may only be needed for a short time until your kidneys recover.
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ABOUT DIALYSIS

Dialysis is a medical treatment that filters your blood to remove waste products and excess fluid when your kidneys are not working effectively. It's a life-sustaining therapy for acute (temporary) or chronic (permanent) kidney failure, and it comes in two main types: hemodialysis, which uses an external machine to filter blood, and peritoneal dialysis, which uses the lining of your abdomen (peritoneal membrane) to perform the filtration.
Types of dialysis

Hemodialysis: This method involves running your blood through an external filter called a dialyzer, which is connected to a machine. A semi-permeable membrane separates your blood from a special solution (dialysate), allowing waste and fluid to move from the blood to the dialysate. The cleaned blood is then returned to your body through tubes.

Peritoneal dialysis: This type uses the lining of your abdominal cavity as the filter. A special dialysis fluid is infused into your abdomen through a catheter, where it absorbs waste products and excess fluid from your blood. The old fluid is then drained, and the process is repeated with fresh fluid.

Why dialysis is needed
Kidney failure:

Dialysis is necessary when the kidneys, which normally filter waste and excess fluid from your blood, are no longer functioning properly.

Accumulation of waste:

Without a functioning kidney, waste products like urea and toxins build up in your blood, potentially making you feel sick.

Excess fluid:

Dialysis also removes excess fluid that can accumulate in the body, as the kidneys are unable to remove it when they fail.

Treatment considerations
Location:
Dialysis can be done in a hospital, a dedicated dialysis center, or at home.
Frequency:
Hemodialysis is typically performed in sessions several times a week, while peritoneal dialysis is often done daily.
Long-term vs. short-term:
Dialysis can be used for a short period to help the kidneys recover from acute kidney injury or as a lifelong treatment for chronic kidney failure.
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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is categorized into five stages based on kidney function, determined by the glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which measures how well the kidneys filter blood. The stages progress from Stage 1 (normal or high GFR with mild kidney damage) to Stage 5 (kidney failure, requiring dialysis or transplant).
Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Stage 1:

GFR of 90 ml/min

  •  Kidneys are still functioning normally but have mild damage.

Stage 2:

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GFR of 60 to 89 mL/min

  • This indicates more mild kidney damage.

Stage 3

For beginners

GFR of 30 to 59 mL/min

  • This is a mild to moderate loss of kidney function.

Stage 4:

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GFR of 15 to 29 mL/min

  • Kidneys are severely damaged, and kidney function is very poor.

Stage 5:

For beginners

GFR of less than 15 mL/min

  • The kidneys are close to or at complete failure, and dialysis or a kidney transplant may be necessary.
Is chronic kidney disease curable?
No, chronic kidney disease (CKD) generally has no cure, but treatments focus on slowing its progression, managing symptoms, and treating the underlying cause. If the disease becomes severe, leading to end-stage kidney disease (kidney failure), a kidney transplant or dialysis is necessary for survival. Early diagnosis and consistent management of conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, along with lifestyle changes, can significantly impact the long-term health of the kidneys.
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Managing and Slowing Progression

While there's no cure, treatments aim to preserve remaining kidney function for as long as possible.

Address the underlying cause:

If your CKD is caused by conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure, controlling these underlying issues is crucial.

Lifestyle changes:

Diet: Follow a kidney-friendly diet that may involve limiting protein, sodium, and potassium intake. 

Activity: Engage in regular exercise to maintain a healthy weight. 

Avoid certain medications: Stay away from nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), as they can be harmful to the kidneys.

Medical Consultation

Medications: Doctors may prescribe medications to manage blood pressure and blood sugar levels.