How Long?: My Mom is stage 5 Kidney Disease... - Kidney Dialysis

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My Mom is stage 5 Kidney Disease, her kidney function is at 15. Dr. recommends dialysis now, we are doing a 2 hour class at Big Barnes. She has a many other health issues, one being Heart Disease and her age is 85. What is her life expectancy? Best Guest,

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