Neeta Singh Neeta Singh Asked 4 months ago

How long does it take to die from kidney failure?

My neighbour has chronic kidney issues, and I hear them talking about dialysis. It sounds very serious. I want to understand, once someone's kidneys start failing, how long does it take for it to become a life-or-death situation?

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Farooq Abdullah Farooq Abdullah Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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As a long-time diabetic, my doctor always warns me that uncontrolled sugar is the leading cause of kidney damage. Complete kidney failure can cause death within a few days to a few weeks if dialysis is stopped. It is very important to manage your diet and sugar levels to protect your kidneys.

Meera Swaminathan Meera Swaminathan Joined May 2026 4 months ago

My father faced severe complications when his kidney function dropped to 10%, and the doctor said a few days without proper care can be fatal. This is not something you can manage at home. Please see a nephrologist immediately for proper dialysis or transplant guidance.

Aditya Singh Aditya Singh Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Actually, my uncle had end-stage kidney disease, and once they decided to stop dialysis, he passed away within 10 days. The buildup of fluids and waste in the bloodstream happens very quickly. It's a tough reality, so medical support is absolutely vital.

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Rohan Mehra Rohan Mehra Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Bro, my grandfather had kidney issues, and without dialysis, toxins build up in the body really fast, like within a week or two. It is super scary, so you definitely need regular medical treatment to keep going. Don't neglect it.

Ram Dulari Ram Dulari Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Beta, jab gurde bilkul kaam karna band kar dete hain, toh shareer mein paani aur zeher bhar jata hai. Bina dialysis ke toh insaan thode hi dino mein, shayed ek hafte mein bahut kamzor ho jata hai. Bhagwan sabko achhi sehat de.

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Nitin Gadkari Nitin Gadkari Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I ignored high blood pressure for years, which slowly damaged my kidneys, and I deeply regret not getting tested earlier. Complete kidney failure is a terminal condition within weeks without medical intervention. Please get your kidney function and BP checked before it's too late.

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