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Kidney Disease and Dialysis in South Africa: A Life-Altering Reality

Kidney disease is a debilitating condition affecting millions of South Africans. From diagnosis to acute stages, kidney disease significantly impacts an individual’s lifestyle, career, and ultimately, life-ending decisions. Diagnosis and Stages Kidney disease is diagnosed through blood tests, urine analysis, imaging studies, and biopsy. The five stages of kidney disease are: 1. Stage 1: Normal…

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Dialysis: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Dialysis has come a long way since its inception, evolving from a rudimentary technique to a sophisticated lifesaving treatment. Let’s embark on a journey through the history of dialysis, explore its current state, and gaze into its future. Origins of Dialysis: A Timeline. – 1913: John Jacob Abel and Leonard Rowntree develop the first dialysis…

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