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Introduction => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: JoeWithaTube on April 09, 2014, 08:36:01 AM

Title: intro
Post by: JoeWithaTube on April 09, 2014, 08:36:01 AM

Hi,
I'm Joe, male, 55. From eastern Massachusetts. I just started PD dialysis. I've had many years of a slow decline in energy. Finally, after a parathyroidectamy (calcium out of control due to failing kidneys, so the parathyroids had to come out), I was put on peritoneal dialysis. After a rough start, I now seem to be tolerating it very well.
I look forward to learning from the group and sharing what I've learned.
Joe (with a tube) i.e. the PD catheter

Title: Re: intro
Post by: Shaks24 on April 09, 2014, 08:56:44 AM

I got one too Joe. Its different but at least we can get the crap out of our systems with it. Glad things are going well now.  :welcomesign;

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Post by: Ninanna on April 09, 2014, 12:29:52 PM

Welcome Joe!  There is lots of good information and support here, so don't be afraid to ask!

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Post by: talker on April 09, 2014, 12:53:45 PM

Hello  JoeWithaTube,
Each with a unique story to tell.  :welcomesign;

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Post by: CalamityEC on April 10, 2014, 12:04:39 AM

 :welcomesign; nice to have you find the group :)

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Post by: goofball on April 10, 2014, 06:52:19 AM

I like your username!

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Post by: Rerun on April 10, 2014, 07:59:44 AM

Hi Joe,  So glad you found us.  I'm glad things have smoothed out.  I hope you post often.

Rerun, Admin    :welcomesign; 

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Post by: Bambino_Bear on April 10, 2014, 06:43:56 PM

 :welcomesign; Joe!  My hubby is on PD also and doing great!

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Post by: JoeWithaTube on April 11, 2014, 07:42:38 AM

Thank you for all you kind welcomes.
I'm glad to be on PD as opposed to Hemo. It is working out really well. I would recommend it to anyone who can take charge of their own care.