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Are you suffering from nail changes like discoloration due to dialysis? If so, getting an overall understanding of the causes and managements of nail discoloration on dialysis is very important.
Do you have such a similar experience?
I am only 21 years old but has started dialysis from last year. Since beginning dialysis, my nail seems to change color pretty bad. My nurse at dialysis center said it is could be the heparin, but my dietitian said it is malnutrition. I just want it to stop. What should I do?
The causes of nail discoloration on dialysis
If you are also bothered by this problem, making clear the causes can guarantee you get correct treatment. As with other dialysis patients, you must be guided to develop a restrict diet plan and take some medicines. In this condition, malnutrition, zinc deficiency, some medicines like heparin, inadequate dialysis, etc, all may cause nail discoloration.
How to manage nail discoloration for people on dialysis?
Diet modifications: Our nail is mainly made up of protein, zinc, calcium, iron and B vitamins. However, for people on dialysis, they usually can’t get enough these substances because of diet restrictions. In view of this, you should develop a proper kidney diet contains a good amount of high-quality protein, vitamins and minerals, but the detailed amount should depend on your condition.
Choose correct medicines: Some medicines like heparin can cause nail changes. If your tests results show your nail symptoms is associated to certain medicine. Consult your doctor or us to determine if you should change or stop your medicine.
Take adequate dialysis: Always making sure you are undergoing adequate dialysis is able to remove more waste products from the body, thus reducing some of your symptoms such as nail changes.
Nail discoloration is a sign of many underlying causes rather than just affecting your beauty. If you are faced with this symptom, take it seriously. The earlier you take correct treatment, the better your overall health.
