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Most haemodialysis patients attend a dialysis centre 3 times a week on a fixed schedule, such as Monday, Wednesday, and Friday or Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Each session usually lasts between 3 to 5 hours depending on your body size, kidney condition, and the amount of waste that needs to be filtered.

Missing or skipping sessions can lead to a build-up of toxins and fluid in the body, so consistency is important. Your nephrologist will determine the treatment schedule that best suits your health needs and lifestyle.

Dialysis itself is generally not painful. Some patients may feel mild discomfort during the insertion of needles at the start of each session, but this typically subsides within a few minutes once treatment begins. A small number of patients may experience muscle cramps or a drop in blood pressure during the session, but these side effects are manageable and monitored closely by the nursing team.

Most patients are able to read, watch television, or rest comfortably throughout their treatment without significant discomfort.

Yes, it is entirely possible to live 20 years or more on dialysis. While the average lifespan for dialysis patients is generally cited as 5 to 10 years, this figure is often influenced by the age of patients when they begin treatment and the presence of other serious health conditions such as diabetes or heart disease.

Younger patients who begin dialysis in good overall health and maintain a disciplined lifestyle, including following dietary guidelines and attending all scheduled sessions, have a strong chance of living well beyond that average range.

In some cases, yes. A small number of patients, particularly those placed on dialysis due to acute kidney injury rather than chronic or end-stage kidney failure, may see their kidney function gradually recover over time and eventually be able to stop dialysis treatment altogether.

However, for patients diagnosed with end-stage renal failure, the kidney damage is typically permanent and dialysis becomes a lifelong treatment. Close and regular monitoring by your nephrologist is important to assess kidney function and determine whether dialysis can be reduced or withdrawn safely.

Patients with kidney disease are generally advised to limit foods that are high in sodium, potassium, and phosphorus, as damaged kidneys struggle to filter excess amounts of these minerals from the body. Common foods to reduce or avoid include processed and packaged foods, bananas, oranges, potatoes, dairy products, nuts, and dark-coloured soft drinks.

Fluid intake may also need to be monitored depending on the stage of kidney disease. Since dietary needs vary from person to person, it is always best to consult a registered dietitian who specialises in renal nutrition for a personalised meal plan.

Dialysis costs in Malaysia vary depending on whether you attend a government hospital, an NGO-subsidised centre, or a private dialysis centre. At government facilities, dialysis is heavily subsidised for eligible patients. Private haemodialysis sessions typically range from RM80 to RM250 per session, which can add up significantly given the frequency of treatment required each week.

Financial aid, subsidies, and assistance programmes may be available to help reduce the cost burden for eligible patients. Contact Gedung Penawar Sdn. Bhd. to find out more about the financial assistance options available to you.