As each country and airline has different regulations, it is essential to carry a letter from your doctor explaining your condition and medication list.

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Dialysis does not have to prevent you from travelling. Here you can learn more about the arrangements you will need to make in order to undergo dialysis safely even when you are not in Singapore.

Also remember to bring any personal and medication information you will need – including your insurance card, your medication and allergy list, and all your treatment instructions. Making a full list of what you will need to take with you is a great way to make sure you do not forget anything important.

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For many chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients in Singapore, remaining mobile and being able to travel is an important part of maintaining independence. You may need to travel out of Singapore for work or family commitments or want to travel simply because you enjoy it - and while travelling on dialysis may require special arrangements, you can still fulfil your travel wishes.

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Being a caregiver or a loved one to a dialysis patient means that your life will change in one way or another. Knowing what to expect will help prepare you for the journey ahead. Read more about what to expect when caring for dialysis patients: how you can support your loved one, and why it's important to care for yourself.

The support and advice of your loved ones may help you gain a new and valuable perspective on what you're experiencing. Learn more about talking about your condition.

Yes, it's possible for most dialysis patients in Singapore to travel and to continue their treatment while being away from home. Your doctor may even encourage you to travel, if you're able, because of the emotional boost it can give you. Talk to your doctor before you make any specific travel plans so they can advise you on how to travel safely and help you make arrangements for staying on your treatment schedule while you’re away.

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Yes, it's also possible to travel while you're active on a transplant waitlist. However, you do need to inform your transplant coordinator about your travel plans. They will be able to advise you about whether you will be able to return home from your trip quickly enough to accept a kidney, if one becomes available while you’re away. Otherwise, you can also choose to be “on hold” during the time that you’re travelling. It's important to get accurate information about how this process works for the specific waitlist that you're on, so be proactive about seeking the answers to these questions before you make any plans to leave home.

Technological advances have made travelling by car or plane while you're on peritoneal dialysis (PD) simpler than before. An essential thing to remember is to pack enough of your dialysis supplies and medication to last you for your entire trip, plus a few days extra just in case. For haemodialysis (HD) patients, you need to plan your trip around the availability of treatment centres and timings of therapy.

*For Baxter PD patients, please inform the provider at least 45 days in advance. For non-Baxter PD patients, do reach out to your provider to check for requirements.

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Your dialysis clinic will usually be able to provide assistance with creating a plan that is right for you and help contacting the appropriate clinics near your destination.

If you have the chance, you should visit the centre you will be treating at as soon as you arrive at your destination. Speaking with a nurse or administrator there may make you feel more at ease about treating away from home.

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Your first-choice centre might not have enough space to accommodate you during your trip. Be prepared to contact more than one centre in order to increase your chances of receiving treatment on the dates that are right for you.

If you're receiving haemodialysis (HD) treatments, you need to arrange in advance to be treated at a centre close to your destination. Most centres are experienced in coordinating treatments for travelling patients, so be sure to ask your healthcare team whether there is someone at your centre who can help you.

Travelling with peritoneal dialysis fluid can be challenging due to the altered pressure in an aircraft. It's best to discuss your treatment plan with your healthcare team and consider flying "dry".

It's possible for you to maintain intimate relationships while you’re on dialysis. Learn more about sexuality and dialysis.

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Before traveling, you will need to plan ahead of time on how you will pack and transport everything you need for treatment, or plan for the delivery of treatment products. Read more to know what you should prepare for your trip!

In case of flight delays or delivery delays, it is recommended to pack a one-day supply of fluid to bring onboard the flight. Do check with your airline about their medical equipment restrictions.

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If you are going for a longer holiday, you may prefer having your dialysis supplies delivered to your holiday destination. In order to do so, you will need to:

If you're planning to receive haemodialysis (HD) while you're away, you need to start planning for it at least 8 weeks in advance of your trip. Keep in mind that you will need to arrange your travel dates around the availability of treatment centres in that area. If you have specific date and time preferences, let the centre know as early in the process of arranging your treatments as possible. The centre may need a copy of your medical records in advance, so be sure to have these handy, and bring an extra copy when you leave for your trip.

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Sharing your emotions is essential to preserve your mental and physical health while living with dialysis. Learn more about mental health and kidney disease.