Friday, January 9, 2015
Dialysis: Deciding to Stop
There may come a time when you feel you want to discontinue dialysis
treatment. You may feel that dialysis is no longer maintaining or
improving your quality of life. If this occurs, it is important to know
that you have the right to make the decision to stop dialysis. However,
before making this decision, it is important that you discuss it
carefully...
Treatment Methods for Kidney Failure: Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis is the most common method used to treat advanced and
permanent kidney failure. Since the 1960s, when hemodialysis first
became a practical treatment for kidney failure, we've learned much
about how to make hemodialysis treatments more effective and minimize
side...
What happens if someone stops dialysis?
For many people with kidney failure, dialysis or a kidney transplant
enables them to live longer and enjoy their quality of life. However,
this may not be the case for everyone and each person has the right to
choose how — or even if — they want to receive treatment for chronic kidney disease. Without life-sustaining dialysis or a kidney transplant,...
KIDNEY DIALYSIS AND TRAVEL
If well enough, with careful planning, a holiday can boost your
confidence and well being. However, when you live with any chronic
disease, there are major road blocks to negotiate before you can travel
sensibly.
Ensure you have funds for costs for health emergency...