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Dear Doctor: How long can someone with very low kidney function avoid dialysis?
Dear Doctor: How long can someone with very low kidney function avoid dialysis?
Dear Doctor: How long can someone with very low kidney function avoid dialysis?

Published on: 03/02/2026

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Dr. Keith Roach is a physician at Weill Cornell Medical College and New York Presbyterian Hospital. He writes an educational column on infectious diseases, public health and sports medicine.

DEAR DR. ROACH: A loved one of mine has had kidney problems for his whole life. He’s now on the transplant list, and his kidney function is very low. But he continues to avoid dialysis, saying that he’s not ready for it. Surprisingly, his heart health, cholesterol and blood pressure are always great when tested. He sometimes has swelling if he’s on his feet for too long, but this can be reduced by going on medication for a few days.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/advice/2026/03/dear-doctor-how-long-can-someone-with-very-low-kidney-function-avoid-dialysis.html

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