deni_an

Do you try to get protein from non meat sources? Some grains like quinoa are complete proteins or pairs of foods like beans+rice or peanut butter+wheat breads.

Why do you do this when you're already so busy? Is it for the extra money? Would it be worth the pay cut to get a little 'me time' for your sanity and family's sake?

Except that meat makes him vomit...

Yeah everyone will have their own opinion it all comes down to individual patients. Just look at the pros and cons of each - for example you can go on vacation with it, unlike hemodialysis.

Look into peritoneal dialysis if you can. You'll have more freedom and actually be more hemodynamically stable (and feel better more days of the week) than if you do hemodialysis. It does take effort on your part but you can move around be your own caretaker instead of relying on the dialysis nurse/tech.

It's not an option for everyone but let your health team know you're interested - sometimes doctors don't even offer it because so many aren't willing to take care of themselves so it's a bigger risk on the doctors part.