Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Kidney Failure

• What is the value of my glomerular filtration rate (GFR)?
• What is the stage of my kidney failure?
• If I need dialysis, what type would be recommended and why?
• At what point will kidney transplantation be an option?
• What dietary restrictions should I follow?
• What medications should I avoid to help protect my kidneys?
• What are the treatments for other medical conditions I may have (such as blood pressure control in hypertension, blood glucose control in diabetes)?
• What type of exercise/fitness training is recommended?
• What consultants or specialists should be involved in my care?