Chronic kidney disease, a progressive disease that impairs kidney functioning, has a considerable impact on many people’s lives. In most cases, dialysis only helps to regain a normal, healthier life. In this blog, we will clear up how dialysis will help advanced chronic kidney disease patients achieve better control of their kidney functioning and have a good well-being for years to come.
What is Dialysis?
Dialysis is a vital medical care for kidney patients suffering from end-stage chronic kidney disease. It is recommended for patients with kidneys that cannot efficiently detox or purify the blood and balance the body’s fluids and electrolytes. It helps patients continue their kidney functioning through artificial means- either a dialysis machine or via dialysate introduction in the peritoneum.
Based on how it’s performed, dialysis is of the following two kinds:
- Haemodialysis– It is the most commonly performed approach, where a machine takes over the functioning of the kidney. The blood of the patient is passed through tubes to a special filter/dialyzer, where it’s cleaned and put back in the body. It is recommended for 3-4 times a week, each session being around 4 hours long.
- Peritoneal dialysis- In this approach, the peritoneum (abdominal lining is injected with a dialysate (a cleansing solution) through a catheter. The peritoneum here acts as the filter for the blood and helps remove the extra fluids, toxins, and waste products into the dialysate before it is drained out of the abdomen via the urinary system. This can be done even with the convenience of home setting.
How Dialysis Helps Kidney Patients?
Chronic kidney disease affects the well-being of the patient as the toxins, waste products, and extra fluids, instead of being released from the body start to accumulate and become a poison for other vital organs, resulting in serious health complications. Here’s how a dialysis helps:
- It eliminates the toxins and waste products.
By doing this, dialysis helps the patients be significantly relieved from symptoms like nausea, confusion, fatigue, and prevent life-threatening complications that arise due to accumulated toxins and waste products in the body. Overall, the patient comes at ease and remain alert.
- It regulates the fluids level in the body.
Water retention or fluids overload in the body due to impaired kidneys leads to edema in the face, legs, or hands. It can also impact the health of the lungs and heart, increasing the risks of hypertension, shortness of breath, and even lung or heart failure. With dialysis, extra fluids are cleared from the body through urine.
- It balances the electrolytes.
The kidneys failure causes imbalance of electrolytes like potassium, calcium, and sodium which leads to issues like muscle weakness and arrhythmia. With dialysis, electrolytes get in balance and all body functions goes smooth.
- It preserves the patient’s life.
A kidney failure is a life-threatening condition. Dialysis can help kidney patients live longer and healthier.
- It allows the patients to live an active, healthier life.
Chronic kidney disease patients become too weak both physically and mentally, also chronically fatigued. The lethargy and mental instability happen because of the toxins/waste build-up and the electrolytes imbalance. With regular dialysis, the patients gain back their energy and are able to focus better in their daily lives.
Choosing a Good Dialysis Machine is Important?
- High-quality machines deliver precise filtration and reduce the risk of complications
- Advanced technology ensures effective toxin removal and better blood purification
- Modern machines offer smoother operation, reducing discomfort during sessions
- Reliable machines minimize breakdowns and treatment interruptions
- Accurate monitoring helps clinicians deliver consistent, life-sustaining care.