[Acb-diabetics] dialysis

[Cathy Pyper]

Hi Everyone,

I was wondering if anyone knew what the magic number is before you go on to dialysis and does anyone do it at home.  They have assured me that this is possible, even when no sighted person is  available.  I'm certainly hoping so.  I have heard a lot of different numbers and the doctor seems disinclined to give me an exact number.  I have heard it is a creatin of 3 and a GFR of 10.  Do either of these numbers seem right to you.  I'd like to go into my next appointment with some facts so he has to let me know  Probably a good time to leave the hubby at home.  What do you all think?

Cathy Pyper in Kansas City
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