Earlier this year, President Trump signed the first executive order since the 1970s to improve kidney care access. This order aims to encourage kidney transplants and decrease the cost of in-home dialysis treatments. It has been acclaimed by the National Kidney Foundation’s CEO, Kevin Longino, “Kidney care is, for the first time in decades, experiencing a renaissance that can transform …
Diagnosed with CKD: What to Expect
It is important to keep your kidneys healthy because they play an essential role in your body! The kidneys are two bean shaped organs that keep your body in equilibrium. Your kidneys receive 20% of the blood that your heart pumps every minute and excretes any excess water and electrolytes through your urine. As the health of your kidneys start …
8 Dietary Tips for CKD and Dialysis Patients
Dietary changes are extremely important not only in the management of chronic kidney disease but also in maintenance and broader health of CKD patients. Lifestyle changes make a significant difference for many people who follow a few simple guidelines. So what are some dietary tips for CKD patients ? Log Your Progress The only way to know you’re making progress …
Survival Rates for ESRD Patients on Dialysis
End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or kidney failure, occurs when the kidneys progressively stop working. Many patients with ESRD are on dialysis to supplement the ‘normal functioning kidneys’. The dialysis treatment itself exposes the patient to many risks however these patients are also at high risk for Cardiovascular disease, Hypertension, Bone disorders including osteoporosis, electrolytes abnormalities and many, many other …
Pros and Cons of Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
Did you know that there are two types of dialysis? We’ve discussed hemodialysis at length, so today we’d like to focus on peritoneal dialysis. Before we look at the pros and cons of peritoneal dialysis (PD), let’s first understand what this type of dialysis is all about! Each of us has a natural lining that protects the organs inside our …
How to Manage Your Diet During Dialysis
Once one is on dialysis several lifestyle changes need to be made. Your daily dietary intake will impact the efficiency and effectiveness of dialysis, whether it is peritoneal or hemodialysis. It is important to consult with a dietician once you get started on dialysis. Why is Diet so Important in Dialysis Patients? Many of us have been inundated with dietary …