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Will I Lose Weight After A Catheter Is Inserted?

I am currently scheduled for surgery to receive a catheter which I will then have home diaylsis. My kidneys are at 6 percent. Why have I over the past year gained so much weight and it is mostly in my belly. Will it go away after I start diaysis? I know part of it is due to loss of enery. Can you help me?
Tue, 6 Sep 2016
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probably u are talking about peritoneal dialysis. yes. if dialysis can be done, then lots of fluids can be removed from body and your weight will come down.
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Will I Lose Weight After A Catheter Is Inserted?

probably u are talking about peritoneal dialysis. yes. if dialysis can be done, then lots of fluids can be removed from body and your weight will come down.