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Most Common Questions Kidney Patients Ask Doctors
Dr. Kristensen is an accomplished DaVita nephrologist. She has written a special guest article for DaVita.com. Dr. Kristensen answers some of the more common questions she is asked when meeting with a kidney patient for the first time.
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Pediatrics
When Your Child Has Chronic Kidney Disease Being a parent can be a tough job. Once your child becomes ill, the job becomes even more demanding. In addition to loving and caring for your child, you become a decision maker for treating their kidney disease. You’ll be asked to make life-changing choices about your child’s […]
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Quality of life on dialysis
Social worker Dana VonAustin offers tips on leading a quality life for those suffering from chronic kidney disease, renal failure, end stage renal disease and those on dialysis.
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Medicare Options
You may be familiar with Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Part B), but did you know Medicare-eligible and Medicare-enrolled end stage kidney disease (ESKD) patients can choose Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plans?* Read on to learn more about your Medicare options. And remember, it’s your decision to enroll in different coverage and you […]
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Women’s Health Risks and Chronic Kidney Disease
There are several unique issues a woman will deal with in her health care. Learn more about the concerns that confront women with chronic kidney disease.
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Pregnancy and Kidney Dialysis
While it is generally not recommended for women with chronic kidney disease (CKD) or end stage renal disease (ESRD) to get pregnant or have a baby,women with CKD and women on dialysis have been able to get pregnant. More frequent dialysis,medicines,a kidney transplant and closely monitored care may improve a woman’s chances of having a baby while on dialysis.
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Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids
You may have heard that omega fats are good for you, but did you know there are different types of omega fatty acids? Keep reading to learn what omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are, what foods they’re found in and how they may benefit our health. What are fatty acids? There are two general types […]
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Health Benefits of Flaxseed
Flaxseed, flax meal, ground flaxseed … what’s the difference? Flaxseed, when eaten whole, is not fully digested by our digestive tract and may pass through whole. This means our body is not getting the healthful benefits contained within the flaxseed. Milled = Ground = Flax Meal To get the healthful benefits inside the flaxseed, it […]
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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Protein
How Much Protein Do You Need? Recommendations for Patientswith Chronic Kidney Disease Protein is an important nutrient and has many roles in the body. Protein is essential to build and repair your body’s tissues. It plays a role in metabolism and body function, in addition to helping to keep your immune system strong. Additionally, protein […]
