Jul 7, 2025
A Warrior’s Journey: Battling CKD with Strength & Awareness
Waquar Khan
🌿💪 A Warrior’s Journey: Battling CKD with Strength & Awareness 💖💊
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) often arrives silently, gradually impacting health long before clear symptoms appear. For Reetuparna Banerjee, this silent progression led to a delayed diagnosis that changed the course of her life. What followed was not just a medical battle, but a profound journey of resilience, courage, and purpose—one that continues to inspire countless others today.
The Challenge of a Delayed Diagnosis
Like many CKD patients, Reetuparna’s condition was identified at a stage when significant damage had already occurred. The lack of early detection meant facing complex treatment decisions, emotional uncertainty, and the daunting reality of living with a chronic illness. Navigating medical consultations, understanding treatment options, and coping with the physical and mental toll of CKD became part of her everyday life.
Two Transplants, One Unbreakable Spirit
Reetuparna’s journey included two kidney transplants, each bringing its own challenges—preparation, surgery, recovery, and the lifelong responsibility of medication adherence. Transplant is not the end of CKD; it is a new beginning that demands discipline, awareness, and constant monitoring. Through setbacks, complications, and moments of fear, she remained steadfast, supported by her family and guided by an unwavering will to survive and thrive.
Embracing Holistic Healing and Discipline
Beyond medical interventions, Reetuparna learned the importance of a holistic approach to kidney health. Balanced nutrition, regular follow-ups, mental well-being, and strict adherence to prescribed medications became non-negotiable aspects of her life. She strongly advocates that consistency with medicines and lifestyle changes can significantly improve outcomes and quality of life for CKD patients.
From Survivor to Advocate
Today, Reetuparna Banerjee serves as the CSR Director of The Kidney Warriors Foundation – Maharashtra Chapter. In this role, she channels her lived experience into meaningful action—working to raise awareness about CKD prevention, early diagnosis, patient education, and holistic treatment approaches. She actively engages with patients, caregivers, and communities, helping them understand that timely intervention and informed choices can save lives.
A Life of Purpose and Fulfillment
Now settled in Mumbai with her family, Reetuparna leads a fulfilling and active life. Her journey stands as a powerful reminder that CKD does not define a person’s future. With the right medical care, awareness, and support system, it is possible to reclaim one’s life and live with dignity and purpose.
Inspiring Others to Take Charge
Through her story, Reetuparna hopes to inspire others to listen to their bodies, seek timely medical advice, and never ignore symptoms—no matter how small they may seem. Her message is clear: awareness, prevention, and adherence to treatment are key weapons in the fight against CKD.
Reetuparna Banerjee’s journey is not just about survival—it is about transformation. From a patient fighting for her life to a warrior empowering others, her story continues to light the path for many in the CKD community.
🌿💪 A Warrior’s Journey: Battling CKD with Strength & Awareness 💖💊
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) often arrives silently, gradually impacting health long before clear symptoms appear. For Reetuparna Banerjee, this silent progression led to a delayed diagnosis that changed the course of her life. What followed was not just a medical battle, but a profound journey of resilience, courage, and purpose—one that continues to inspire countless others today.
The Challenge of a Delayed Diagnosis
Like many CKD patients, Reetuparna’s condition was identified at a stage when significant damage had already occurred. The lack of early detection meant facing complex treatment decisions, emotional uncertainty, and the daunting reality of living with a chronic illness. Navigating medical consultations, understanding treatment options, and coping with the physical and mental toll of CKD became part of her everyday life.
Two Transplants, One Unbreakable Spirit
Reetuparna’s journey included two kidney transplants, each bringing its own challenges—preparation, surgery, recovery, and the lifelong responsibility of medication adherence. Transplant is not the end of CKD; it is a new beginning that demands discipline, awareness, and constant monitoring. Through setbacks, complications, and moments of fear, she remained steadfast, supported by her family and guided by an unwavering will to survive and thrive.
Embracing Holistic Healing and Discipline
Beyond medical interventions, Reetuparna learned the importance of a holistic approach to kidney health. Balanced nutrition, regular follow-ups, mental well-being, and strict adherence to prescribed medications became non-negotiable aspects of her life. She strongly advocates that consistency with medicines and lifestyle changes can significantly improve outcomes and quality of life for CKD patients.
From Survivor to Advocate
Today, Reetuparna Banerjee serves as the CSR Director of The Kidney Warriors Foundation – Maharashtra Chapter. In this role, she channels her lived experience into meaningful action—working to raise awareness about CKD prevention, early diagnosis, patient education, and holistic treatment approaches. She actively engages with patients, caregivers, and communities, helping them understand that timely intervention and informed choices can save lives.
A Life of Purpose and Fulfillment
Now settled in Mumbai with her family, Reetuparna leads a fulfilling and active life. Her journey stands as a powerful reminder that CKD does not define a person’s future. With the right medical care, awareness, and support system, it is possible to reclaim one’s life and live with dignity and purpose.
Inspiring Others to Take Charge
Through her story, Reetuparna hopes to inspire others to listen to their bodies, seek timely medical advice, and never ignore symptoms—no matter how small they may seem. Her message is clear: awareness, prevention, and adherence to treatment are key weapons in the fight against CKD.
Reetuparna Banerjee’s journey is not just about survival—it is about transformation. From a patient fighting for her life to a warrior empowering others, her story continues to light the path for many in the CKD community.
