MEDICAL
KIDNEY
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Question
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They can remove it.
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They need a special machine to clean the blood called dialysis.
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People need a kidney transplant.
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -There are two treatment options for kidney failure: dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis) and kidney transplantation. Talk with your family so you can decide which treatment will best fit your lifestyle needs.
Detailed explanation-2: -Other treatment options Haemodialysis is where the toxins in your blood are removed directly from your bloodstream. Peritoneal dialysis is where the toxins in your blood are removed through the lining of your tummy (abdomen).
Detailed explanation-3: -On the other hand, patients who receive a kidney transplant typically live longer than those who stay on dialysis. A living donor kidney functions, on average, 12 to 20 years, and a deceased donor kidney from 8 to 12 years.
Detailed explanation-4: -Go to their dialysis appointment. Bring over kidney-failure-friendly food. Offer to watch children or pets. Help out around the house or yard. Listen. Help change public policy as a Voices for Kidney Health Advocate. 18-Aug-2022