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Diet After Kidney Removal
When you have chronic
- Limiting fluids
- Eating a low-protein diet (this may be recommended)
- Restricting salt, potassium, phosphorous, and other
electrolytes - Getting enough calories if you are losing weight
Your recommended diet may change over time if your kidney disease gets worse, or if you need dialysis.
Alternative Names
Renal disease - diet; Kidney disease - diet
Function
The purpose of this diet is to maintain a balance of...
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