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My Kidney Journey

Treatment options

Explore options for treating Chronic Kidney Disease and find the treatment path that’s right for you.

Treatment options
  • Peritoneal Dialysis at Home

    A form of dialysis that uses the lining of your abdomen, the peritoneal membrane, to clean your blood inside your own body, and can be performed at home.

  • In-Centre Haemodialysis

    A form of dialysis that filters your blood using a machine and a synthetic membrane – called a dialyser – performed at a hospital or dialysis clinic, at a scheduled time, by a nurse or clinician.

  • Home Haemodialysis

    A form of dialysis that filters your blood using a machine and a synthetic membrane – called a dialyser – and can be performed in your own home.

  • Other Treatment Options

    A kidney transplant may be a treatment option for some patients, while supportive care without dialysis might be suitable for others.

Industry-leading researchers and practitioners offer unique and wide-ranging points of view on the latest developments in acute renal care.

Live Well

Learn ways to stay physically and mentally strong throughout your treatment journey.

Live Well
  • Adopting a Kidney-friendly Diet

    Adopting the right eating habits will help you feel your best throughout treatment.

  • Coping With Your Emotions

    Coping the emotional challenges of your condition may allow you to channel them into positive action.

  • Talking About Your Condition

    Discussing your condition with loved ones may make adjusting to life with Chronic Kidney Disease easier.

  • Intimacy

    Maintaining intimacy is still possible with Chronic Kidney Disease, and talking about any issues you’re experiencing may help.

  • Exercise and Dialysis

    Being active can go a long way toward helping you stay physically and mentally healthy throughout your treatment journey.

  • Traveling on Dialysis

    With the help of certain arrangements, you can stay mobile and travel while you’re being treated.

Your Guide to Living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

My Kidney Journey is developed to provide you with the knowledge and resources you need to plan for a healthy and full life while on dialysis or other chronic kidney disease (CKD) treatments.

Find the Answers You Need

Find the information you need to feel confident taking the next step in your treatment journey.

Explore Your Treatment Options

Dialysis is not a one-size-fits-all. What size fits you? Explore your options and find your treatment path.

Live Well on Dialysis

Learn about how you can stay physically and mentally healthy throughout your kidney journey. 

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Find the Answers You Need

After talking with your clinician, you may need additional information to feel comfortable and confident planning your kidney journey. Learn more about chronic kidney disease (CKD) and how it impacts you and your body.

What is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)?
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Explore Your Treatment Options

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be treated in different ways. Find out which treatment path suits your physical, emotional and lifestyle needs and be better equipped to make a treatment decision with your clinician.

Find the Treatment That’s Right for You
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Live Well on Dialysis

Leading a good life with chronic kidney disease (CKD) requires making positive choices. Learn about how you can stay physically and mentally healthy throughout your kidney journey and live your life to the fullest.

Get Inspired
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Are You a Caregiver or Does Someone You Love Need to Go on Dialysis?

Being a caregiver or a loved one to a dialysis patient means that your life will change in one way or another. Knowing what to expect will help prepare you for the journey ahead. Read more about what to expect, how you can support your loved one, and why it is important to care for yourself.

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