Dialysis: How many of us are here?
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I'm looking for some insight on peritoneal dialysis. My dad needs to start dialysis soon, and he just can't make up his mind between hemodialysis and the peritoneal route. The doctor told us the choice is basically up to us. Personally, I think doing it at home might be better than trekking to a clinic every other day. I'm wondering how often you actually have to do it at home—I assume there's a choice between doing it several times a day or a longer seven-hour session overnight? 🤷I'd love to know how the whole process works from someone who actually knows.
Thanks
I'm looking for some insight on peritoneal dialysis. My dad needs to start dialysis soon, and he just can't make up his mind between hemodialysis and the peritoneal route. The doctor told us the choice is basically up to us. Personally, I think doing it at home might be better than trekking to a clinic every other day. I'm wondering how often you actually have to do it at home—I assume there's a choice between doing it several times a day or a longer seven-hour session overnight? 🤷I'd love to know how the whole process works from someone who actually knows.
Thanks