What It's Like to Receive Dialysis Treatment

"It's time for you to have dialysis."
After Gustavo Guzman was treated for testicular cancer, his diminished kidney function required dialysis. Guzman was hesitant to start his new treatment plan but quickly learned to cope and adjust. Before dialysis, he was unable to walk or be active. He thanks UC San Diego Health for saving his life and helping him live a normal life with some planning and modifications.
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0:20 What led you to be on dialysis?
0:44 How often do you need treatment?
1:00 Tell us about the first time you had dialysis treatment?
2:01 Walk us through a dialysis treatment.
3:17 Do you have to get treatments for the rest of your life?
3:28 Are you a candidate for a kidney transplant?
3:54 Have you experienced side effects from dialysis?
4:29 Is there a special diet you have to follow to ensure dialysis is effective?
5:10 After receiving treatment are you able to work?
5:54 What do you do when you go on vacation?
6:36 Is there anything you would like to say to your kidneys?
7:20 How has UC San Diego Health helped you?
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