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Having a healthy sex life when you have chronic kidney disease

Coming to terms with a diagnosis of chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be difficult. CKD can affect different aspects of your life, including your mood and sex life. Both men and women with CKD may suffer with difficulties having or desiring sex. This leaflet describes some of the problems you may experience and ways in which you can get help.

Healthy diet and lifestyle for your kidneys

A healthy diet and lifestyle plays a role in protecting your kidneys from further damage. This leaflet explains how you can stay healthy whilst being away of any kidney problems you may have.

Help! I've got kidney failure

This booklet is an introduction to kidney failure and its treatment. It includes general information which will apply to most people.

High potassium levels (hyperkalaemia) and kidney disease

Hyperkalaemia is a condition where you have too much potassium in your blood. This leaflet explains the causes of hyperkalaemia, its symptoms and possible treatments.

Home haemodiaysis

Haemodialysis (HD) is a form of treatment for chronic kidney disease. It can be performed at home where it is known as ‘home HD’, in a hospital or a specialist dialysis unit. This leaflet explains how home HD works so you can decide if it is the right option for you.

How can a renal dietitian help me?

A dietitian is a healthcare professional who promotes well-being and reduces the risk of nutrition-related problems by giving practical and individual advice on food choices. This leaflet explains how a renal dietitian can help you make the best food, drink and lifestyle choices to support your health.

How can a renal social worker help me?

Renal social workers are qualified social workers who work in collaboration with other members of the kidney multi-disciplinary team in children’s or adult hospitals and dialysis units. They also have direct links with local authority social work teams and specialist charities.

This leaflet explains how renal social workers can offer practical support and advice to children, young people, adults and carers living with kidney disease.

How to keep your child's kidneys safe

This information has been developed to help parents/carers of children who have been told that they may be at risk of Acute Kidney Injury, and to help answer any questions you may have.

InfoKID

infoKID provides high quality information about kidney conditions in babies, children and young people, including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and management.

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