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Introduction => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: cookie on January 24, 2007, 03:39:49 PM

Title: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: cookie on January 24, 2007, 03:39:49 PM: I would like to introduce myself. My name is Caroline. My husband has recently been told by his nephrologist that he needs to start dialysis. He has lost most kidney function (about 8% left) due to diabetes. He is sixty-five, and I will be his support person through this. He has made the decision to try peritoneal dialysis for many reasons. It was a hard deision, and we hope he has made the right one. I am anxious to learn from those of you who have more experience at this. I am glad to have found this site. We live in New England. I hope at a future time to get my husband to post. It is a bit much for him now. As much as we knew this was coming someday, it still feels like a kick in the stomach when it happens. I plan to retire next year , and we are hoping things willgo smoothly so that we will be able to travel.
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: Rerun on January 24, 2007, 03:47:38 PM: Welcome to the site Cookie. I feel you have chosen the right dialysis method and the right website for answers. Please go to the Dialysis: Home Dialysis http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?board=25.0 for the most information on PD. We have several members on PD. Hope all goes well.

:welcomesign;

Rerun / Moderator
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: Sluff on January 24, 2007, 03:49:35 PM: Welcome Cookie and Husband,

We are glad you found this site because it will help you in many ways as you find your husband needing dialysis.

IHD has become sort of a Beacon in the night as there is so much information and answers to questions.

It's great to read your introduction which gives me a chance to steer you in the right direction if you already haven't found your way around Here's a great place to start, Site rules http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?board=34.0 (http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?board=34.0)

Hope you find your way around, but if you have any questions just ask and I'm here to help anyway I can.

Sluff, Moderator
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: jbeany on January 24, 2007, 06:44:25 PM: Welcome, cookie! IHD will be a big help to you and your husband both.
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: CRG59 on January 24, 2007, 07:33:39 PM: Caroline,

Welcome to IHD. You will find all the information you need to know at this site. You are not alone and I hope that you can make the adjustment to what life throws at you!
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: tamara on January 24, 2007, 08:06:26 PM: Hi and :welcomesign;

See You Around :cuddle;

Tamara xxx ooo
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: anja on January 24, 2007, 08:25:28 PM: :welcomesign; Cookie and Hubby~ From someone else who chose PD and glad of it! Thanks to this site, I knew I had choices, not just the one that was offered to me~ hemodialysis. You will be glad you found this site as we are glad you joined the community.
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: Zach on January 24, 2007, 08:28:12 PM: Welcome to the community.
:beer1;
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: glitter on January 24, 2007, 08:50:03 PM: dialysis came to my husband abruptly-I am his caregiver too,and these people here on this site are great-they have taught me so much. :welcomesign;
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: Joe Paul on January 24, 2007, 10:43:09 PM: Welcome Cookie, good to have you aboard.
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: Wattle on January 24, 2007, 11:29:57 PM: :welcomesign;
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: MJB on January 25, 2007, 08:47:48 AM: Welcome Cookie :welcomesign;
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: shay_pcb on January 25, 2007, 02:56:46 PM: :welcomesign;
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: boxman55 on January 25, 2007, 05:36:34 PM: Hi Cookie, I am also a diabetic it is not easy to deal with both dialysis and diabetes but this site sure helps alot. Good luck and stick around - Boxman55
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: del on January 25, 2007, 06:53:43 PM: hi Cookie :welcomesign;. I know what you mean about feeling like being kicked when you know dialysis has to start. Hubby was told by the nephrologist in 1987 that he would need dialysis or a transplant in 2-10 years. Well, he went 10 years right to the month. Even though we knew it was going to happen it wasn't easy when it did.
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: angieskidney on January 25, 2007, 11:27:50 PM: I chose Peritoneal Dialysis as well til I no longer had a choice due to Peritonitis. :welcomesign;

Will your husband be doing Fresenius or Baxter? There is the night time cycler which made my life so easy I didn't even mind not having a kidney! Boy wish I could do Peritoneal again lol.
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: Bajanne on January 26, 2007, 12:59:08 AM: Welcome to our caring and sharing community. This is just the place for you to be. I love to see family members and loved ones taking the initiative to do all they can to help the one with renal failure. There is so much information here. First of all, check out the sections that can directly help. Do not hesitate to ask questions. Also, when it gets a bit much, this is a good place to vent. You see, we understand exactly what you are going through. We even have a section where loved ones and caregivers can express their particular perspective on things. So welcome. Here is a hug from our group - :grouphug;

Bajanne/Moderator
Title: Hello! My name is Cookie
Post by: cookie on February 24, 2007, 02:04:19 PM: I submitted an indtroduction before, but I guess it did not get through. My husband has just started on Peritoneal Dialysis. He has had a rough beginning with drain problems and an infection. I have gained a lot by the posts on this site. I am my husband's support person through this process which can be discouraging. We hope thins will get better real soon !!

EDITED: Merged threads - Sluff, Moderator
Title: Re: Hello! My name is Cookie
Post by: kelliOR on February 24, 2007, 02:19:37 PM: Hello Cookie,

Glad you're here. I am amazed at all the info and advise from the wonderful people on this site. Welcome!

Kelli
Title: Re: Hello! My name is Cookie
Post by: angieskidney on February 24, 2007, 02:27:28 PM: :welcomesign; I loved it better than HD! Hope he is doing better now! Any questions just ask ;)
Title: Re: Hello! My name is Cookie
Post by: shay_pcb on February 24, 2007, 03:08:35 PM: :welcomesign; Hopefully PD will get better for him!! I love it!!
Title: Re: Hello! My name is Cookie
Post by: Bajanne on February 24, 2007, 03:28:51 PM: Welcome to our community, Cookie! I am so glad to took the time out to join us. I can't help saying how much I appreciate it when loved ones show such an interest as to check out websites like this. And I know that this is a very helpful website - not only for information (I know that you can get lots of that on the 'Net) but for the caring support, especially from people who know EXACTLY what you are going through. There is lots to read here, so get going. But dont' just read. Please keep us up to date on your husband's progress.
And when you want to rant and/or vent, there is a section which was developed especially for spouses, caregivers and loved ones.
We have a chatroom that is very easy to access. When you come into the forum, just scroll down and see who is in the chat room and click on the link, or you can just click and go there and wait for someone to join you.
For the romantic in you, there is our sister site, Renal Romance.
My caring thoughts and prayers are with you and your husband.

Bajanne, Moderator
Title: Re: Hello! My name is Cookie
Post by: Ohio Buckeye on February 24, 2007, 03:47:43 PM: Hi Cookie.
Welcome to the IHD Family.
Hope things improve soon for your husband and you.
I'm on PD. I remember at first getting more alarms then I do now.
Hope you find lots of helpful info here.
Title: Re: Hello! My name is Cookie
Post by: Joe Paul on February 25, 2007, 12:15:42 AM: Welcome Cookie, good to have you aboard.
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: billoggblog on February 25, 2007, 12:10:48 PM: Hi Cookie, and :welcomesign; I am on Automated peritoneal dialysis (over night on a machine). I first started on manual PD, but after a short time I found it difficult to maintain a nearly-normal life, but I find APD suits me better. If after a while you find PD difficult to handle, you have this option to think about.
The good this about this site is................... Their are many Aspects to the same Problem........and, if you wait long enough you'll get them ALL here.

Good Luck,
Bill.
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: kimcanada on February 25, 2007, 12:22:28 PM: :welcomesign; Cookie

I am sure you will make the best decisions for you

Kim
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: nextnoel on February 26, 2007, 10:07:31 AM: Welcome, Cookie, glad to have you (& your hubby) here! :welcomesign;
Title: Re: I am new to this thing called dialysis.
Post by: carolyn77531 on February 26, 2007, 10:54:09 AM: :welcomesign;