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Hello. my father was told that he has two months to live because of kidney issues. he refuses dialysis. any other options?
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Hospice: Many hospitals offer a program that helps families & individuals understand & cope with end of life issues. The physicians, nurses & aids have special training and experience in dealing with the questions that arise & helping people sort through their reactions during the process. I would find a local hospice program & at least interview them.
Answered 11/6/2012
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Educate and decide: This is a difficult situation but we can try to solve the problem. Best thing is really nephrologist ( kidney doctor) talking to him personally- educating while answering all the questions about dialysis. No one likes to be on dialysis but by carefully addressing all the questions, may be able to convince him to agree to get dialysis treatment. It may need multiple sittings to do this.
Answered 11/7/2012
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