Myth: CKD always means dialysis
Myth buster 50 min 32 sec
Not all people with kidney disease need it. You'd only need it if your kidneys fail. Even then, there's more than one path: dialysis, a transplant, or care without either.
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Myth: CKD always means dialysis
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- Hi, I'm Neff! Myth: my kidney disease means I'll need dialysis.
- Not all people with kidney disease need it. You'd only need it if your kidneys fail.
- Early on, we use healthy food, staying active and medicine. That may help slow it down.
- Even then, there's more than one path: dialysis, a transplant, or care without either.
- You help choose your care. Ask us about your plan. Let's take care of your kidneys together!
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This video helps you learn. It does not tell you what is going on with your own kidneys. Your care team knows your health. Ask them what your numbers mean for you.
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