How long can you live on dialysis?

Answer by  MedStudent01 (1131)

A patient on dialysis treatment generally does not have a good long-term prognosis. At least half of patients on dialysis die after 10 years, but whether that is directly related to dialysis is not completely certain. It also depends on why the patient was put on dialysis and how well a patient adheres to treatment and self-maintenance.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

It depends on your overall health. Some people live fairly well taking dialysis. It actually depends on what condition has put you on the treatment to start with. The progression of whatever disease you have will tell the tale.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

A lot of patients live for years on dialysis. It depends on the patient's overall health and what other serious diseases they may have. Remember that medical science and treatments are improving everyday.

Answer by  rbiales (3441)

People who live for a very long time on dialysis behave differently. The longer the treatment itself (for example, overnight treatment) the better the outcome. The first year is the worst because people have to change their lifestyles. People who have lived their first year have much better expectations.

Answer by  bajestar (605)

You can live long with dialysis some people live over 10 year on it. That being said everyone is different. A patient should also adhere to proper nutritional guide lines as well. Its a complete process to health.

Answer by  billybill (5)

My great aunt has been on dialysis for about 15 years! Shes living a long and healthy life so far. As of now, she is 89 years old.

Answer by  worker5534 (518)

Dialysis is the method of remove the uric weastage from the blood. It is a simple artificial mecanism. You never bother about life if not kidney is affected.