I have stage 3 kidney disease what stage normally is dialysis

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Hi, Anon.

Thank you for your post.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is divided into five stages. The last stage is called end stage renal disease (ESRD) and is usually the time when dialysis or transplant is needed. You doctor would be the one to speak to about your specific condition.

Helena

July 23, 2017 - 3:05pm

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