Living with Kidney Failure
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Taking medications and following a kidney-friendly diet can help in balancing your body’s function in the initial stages of kidney disease. However, if the kidney function worsens it’s important to talk to your doctor to plan and choose the best treatment that suits your health and lifestyle.
During kidney failure, you may feel tired and nauseous because your kidney function will be reduced to 10-15% of normal function. Due to this, you will need further treatment to stay healthy. Knowing about the different treatment choices will help you make the right decision based on your personal situation. No matter which treatment you prefer, our specialised nephrologist will be always there to support you.
Choosing a Treatment Option
Initially, medications and a kidney-friendly diet can help, but if your kidney function worsens then exploring other treatments becomes important to make the right choice.
Dialysis
Dialysis is a medical treatment that is performed when your kidneys are unable to function properly. It filters the blood and removes extra water from your body to improve kidney function.
Kidney Transplant
The advancement of kidney transplant techniques and better medications have simplified the acceptance of donated kidneys without any problems. This is why a kidney transplant is considered the best treatment option for kidney failure.
Lifestyle Modifications
There is no one-size-fits-all kidney diet for dialysis. Your diet depends on various factors like the type and amount of dialysis you’re getting.