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Introduction => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: Bertman on February 04, 2007, 04:14:46 AM

Title: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: Bertman on February 04, 2007, 04:14:46 AM

My diagnosis of Kidney failure came after I had been treated - 4 sessions of Chemotherapy and a Bone Marrow Transpant - for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.
I have been on In-Center Dialysis for 7 months. I have had 3 surgeries to attempt P.Dialysis, but they were unsuccessful, as the evacuation tube filled with scar tissue. The fluid could be put into
me, but nothing would ever come out.
I have a graft in my upper left arm, but I am not able to stick myself,as I have the "shakes"so badly. At this time,all is stable and my labs are with in tolerance.
This looks like a great website. Congrats to Epoman and all his efforts on our behalf.

Bertman

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: Sluff on February 04, 2007, 04:28:01 AM

Hello Bertman,

Thank you for your introduction.

There is a lot of information within the walls of IHD and it's good to see you become part of the IHD family.

If you need anything feel free to ask any Mod or Administrator. We will be more than happy to help you.


Sluff, Moderator

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: KICKSTART on February 04, 2007, 05:45:01 AM

 :welcomesign; This is a brilliant place!

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: Joe Paul on February 04, 2007, 05:45:36 AM

Welcome Bertman, good to have you aboard.

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: del on February 04, 2007, 10:52:54 AM

 :welcomesign; Good to have you.

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: BigSky on February 04, 2007, 03:08:22 PM

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: Wattle on February 04, 2007, 03:16:10 PM

 :waving; Welcome

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: Rerun on February 04, 2007, 08:54:18 PM

Hi Bertman and welcome to our site.  I sure hope the bone marrow transplant was successful.  When did that take place.  I don't stick myself.  It isn't a requirement here.  Where do you live.? 

Hope you find this site educational and entraining.

Rerun / Moderator

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: shay_pcb on February 05, 2007, 12:27:24 AM

First of all,  :welcomesign;. Secondly, how did they eventually get the fluid out that did go in your PD cath?

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: nextnoel on February 05, 2007, 07:29:28 AM

Welcome to IHD, Bertman!  :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: Bertman on February 05, 2007, 12:36:54 PM

Thanks to all for the "Welcome" messages.
To: shay_pcb - They could not get the fluid out, until I began In-house dialysis, a couple of days later.
To: Rerun - So far the BMT has been successful, only time will tell. I am Carolina Blue from Charlotte NC.

Again, thanks for the welcoming messages.

Bertman

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: anja on February 05, 2007, 09:04:07 PM

 :welcomesign;  Bertman, glad you joined the community.

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: Bajanne on February 06, 2007, 05:00:26 PM

Welcome to our community.  We are really glad that you decided to join us.  This is the place for anyone dealing with this renal challenge.  There is so much to learn here.   Many times, something I read here has been of practical help to me and helped me to avoid some kind of disaster. I am really grateful to this site.   Keep posting.  Rant or vent when you have to.  Ask questions.  Chat in the chat room.  Play some games.  There is so much here for you!   :grouphug;


Bajanne/Moderator

Title: Re: Introduction of noob- Bertman
Post by: MJB on February 08, 2007, 07:32:32 PM

Hi Bertman,

Welcome to IHD.

Mike