Dialysis is an artificial process for patients patients of kidney failure, through which waste products that under normal circumstances are removed by the kidneys are removed using diffusion.
There are still ways to make the procedure less painful.
Use tropical Anesthesia
Topical anesthetics will numb the area where the needle is inserted and make the procedure less painful for the patient. EMLA cream (2.5% concentrated Lidocaine or Prilocaine) should be applied about 45-60 minutes before. This can be found at local drug stores.
Use Pain Ease
Pain Ease is a spray that can be used on the site of insertion of needle. This solution almost ‘freezes’ the area and makes the area numb.
Wear gloves and socks
Dialysis rooms can become chilly and hence uncomfortable. Such situations make the human mind focus more on the negativities – in this case, pain. So in order to avoid thinking about pain, sit in a comfortable position and wear socks, gloves and a comfortable blanket.
Have a loved one nearby
Often having a loved one nearby can be enough to get us through the biggest problems. Physical pain is no less, and hence your close family or friend being around would distract your mind and make the ordeal easier.
Originally Published In HTV.com
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