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Introduction => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: MaryD on November 01, 2011, 06:17:48 PM

Title: Hi there from Oz
Post by: MaryD on November 01, 2011, 06:17:48 PM

My name is Mary.  I have had increasing kidney failure for around ten years now, and have just had my PD catheter installed.  There is no apparent reason for my kidney failure - my glomury thingummies are slowly going to the Great Kidney in the Sky.  I will be starting CAPD in the next few months.

My dialysis unit is part of our local hospital, and I already feel comfortable about the setup there.  The nurses are helpful, encouraging and friendly.  I haven't checked out the HD section yet, but it looks light and bright.  I am hoping I wont need that section for a good few years yet.  The whole setup is a not for profit arrangement - as it would be all over Australia.  Nothing seems to be at all rushed, questions are encouraged - I feel quite comfortable about my approaching PD. 

My main hope is that I can outlast my two cats - I estimate I need ten years.  My fingers are crossed.

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: willowtreewren on November 01, 2011, 06:43:55 PM

You have come to a good place!

And it looks like you have a good set-up for PD.

I think your cats can expect to have you around for a long time!  :2thumbsup;

 :welcomesign;

Aleta

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: jbeany on November 01, 2011, 07:59:28 PM

Hi Mary!

We've got members on here going on twice that or more for dialysis treatment time.  You'll outlive a second set of cats at that rate!  Stay positive, learn all you can, and take charge - it helps a lot!

 :welcomesign;

jbeany, Moderator

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: Traveller1947 on November 02, 2011, 05:17:17 PM

Hi, MaryD!  Sounds as though you're off to a good start, with a dialysis unit that's comfortable and staff that are encouraging.  You'll find lots of help here too.  Your two cats can expect to have you with them for a good many years to come!  Good luck on your journey.

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: bleija on November 02, 2011, 06:51:56 PM

Quote from: MaryD on November 01, 2011, 06:17:48 PM

my kidney failure - my glomury thingummies are slowly going to the Great Kidney in the Sky. 

i love this, this is awesome

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: Rerun on November 03, 2011, 07:17:36 AM

Hi Mary, I'm so glad you found us.  I worry about my 2yr old Min Pin.  Who would take care of my furbaby so that keeps me going.

You have come to the right place.  You sound strong.

Rerun, Moderator       :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: Poppylicious on November 03, 2011, 11:38:45 AM

 :welcomesign; Mary!

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: RichardMEL on November 03, 2011, 09:25:49 PM

Hi Mary & Welcome to IHD from a fellow aussie!!!  :ausflag;

It sounds like you have a supportive setup where you are which really helps and I love that you have kitties for company. Do not worry you will have their company for many years to come - and they yours. Just ask my mistress  she would agree (if she was awake! :) ).

I'm so glad you found your way here and look forward to hearing more. I wonder if your condition might not be FSGS of some sort (scaring of the kidney filters?).

Anyway again welcome to IHD!

RichardMEL, Moderator

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: Ang on November 07, 2011, 03:36:15 PM

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hi there from Oz
Post by: looneytunes on November 07, 2011, 05:16:45 PM

Hi Mary and welcome!   :welcomesign;