Myths and Facts about Dialysis | Best Kidney Hospital In India | AINU
Myth: The only option for receiving dialysis treatment is to travel to a centre at least three times per week for hours at a time. Fact: Dialysis can be done in many ways: You can do hemodialysis which is done in a dialysis unit, a hospital or in the comfort of your own home. Or, you can do peritoneal dialysis which is done in your home. You and your doctor decide which form of dialysis and place is best for you, and based on your medical cond ition and your wishes. Myth: Dialysis is painful. Fact: Depending on the form of dialysis you choose, if you are on hemodialysis you may have some discomfort when the needles are put into your fistula or graft, but most patients usually have no other problems. The dialysis treatment itself is painless. However, some patients may have a drop in their blood pressure that could lead to nausea, vomiting, headaches or cramps. However, if you take care to follow your kidney diet and fluid restrictions these types of side effects can be avoided. Myt...