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Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Mar 5 4:49am | Replies (10)

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@ococean09

Thank you! She has had one for years. 48 ounces of fluid minimum at this point. Hoping to hold off getting dialysis for as long as we can. This shot would be a new addition. Just have some concerns about the safety of it . Appreciate you sharing your experience.

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Mar 4 3:16pm

@ococean09 It is always a fine balancing act, when it comes to kidney disease, and diet/fluid. That has been my experience, and countless others here! What works for one person may not be right for another person.

Hydration is so important. If she has an infection or allergies, or such, she may need more fluid than normal. Some days I don't feel like drinking much in the way of fluids, other days I can't seem to get enough. FYI I am on daily dialysis.

What is her eGFR at this point? Has the doctor spoken to everyone about dialysis, and her options for that? Staying off dialysis as long as possible is a worthwhile goal. Let's not forget to think about the underlying cause of her kidney disease, which hopefully is being addressed. Diabetes and unresolved high blood pressure are the two leading causes of chronic kidney disease.
Ginger

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