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Can Dialysis Cause Severe Diarrhea

Can Dialysis Cause Severe Diarrhea

My father has been on Dialysis for 5 months and he is now suffering from severe diarrhea. The only way to keep it under control is taking Imodium 2 times a day. Is diarrhea common among dialysis patients? Is the diarrhea caused by dialysis?...Read More

Creatinine 5.1, Fistula, When to Begin Dialysis

Creatinine 5.1, Fistula, When to Begin Dialysis

My step father is 56 years old and his creatinine test came back at 5.1. The nurse called to ask how he is feeling and scheduled him to see the doctor tomorrow. He is feeling fine now.Though he has a fistula in, he hasnt started dialysis ye...Read More

Red Itchy Rash in IgA Nephropathy

Red Itchy Rash in IgA Nephropathy

I have IgA nephropathy and it has been about 5 years. I have many bubbles while in urination and the doctor told me that I also have microscopic hematuria (which means that there is blood in my urine though I can not see it). Recently I dev...Read More

Diets for Diabetic with Hypothyroidism and Hypocortisolism

Diets for Diabetic with Hypothyroidism and Hypocortisolism

My creatinine level is 1.2. I am diabetic with hypothyroidism and hypocortisolism, what should be the ideal diet?...Read More

BUN 66, Creatinine 2.3, Stages of Kidney Disease, Treatment

BUN 66, Creatinine 2.3, Stages of Kidney Disease, Treatment

My BUN is 66 and creatinine level is 2.3. What stage is this and when do I need dialysis or kidney transplant? Cant find any info on this, thanks!...Read More

Kidney function 8%, Creatinine 4.16, Almonds

Kidney function 8%, Creatinine 4.16, Almonds

My mother, she is 64 years old. Her kidneys are working only 8% each, creatinine is 4.16. Are water soaked almonds good for her kidneys?...Read More

Effect of Avocado in Kidney Disease

Effect of Avocado in Kidney Disease

I have stage 4 kidney disease and can I have avocado? What are the effects of avocado for kidney disease and what are the beneficial fruits and vegetables for kidney disease patients?...Read More

Horse Shoe Kidney, Burning Pain In Urine, Urinary Difficulty

Horse Shoe Kidney, Burning Pain In Urine, Urinary Difficulty

I have horse shoe kidney disease for more than 20 years and recently I experienced burning pains while urinating, also suffer from difficulty in urination, the urine is cloudy, etc. Do all these indicate my kidneys are becoming worse, pleas...Read More