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Dialysis Discussion => Dialysis: Spouses and Caregivers => Topic started by: letaek on October 05, 2007, 03:41:16 PM

Title: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: letaek on October 05, 2007, 03:41:16 PM

I guess I am overly weary as a daughter of a dad on dialysis ( he's been on hemo for 2 years) He hasn't been feeling great lately. People at the center tell him it is because he may be gaining too much weight in between visits...normally he gains 1.5 kg and if he goes over 2-2.5 he starts to feel bad. I will be applying to law school in a year and a half and the thought that my dad may not be around is the worst thought I could ever have.... Just bummed.

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: Amanda From OZ on October 05, 2007, 03:48:56 PM

Lataek, no one knows what the future holds for any of us. The best we can do is to deall with what we got, and look after ourselves the best we can.

If your dad can try to monitor his drinking more, it will make him feel a lot better during treatment.

Well done on wanting to apply to law school.  :2thumbsup;

Your father is very lucky to have a daughter that cares so much for him.  :cuddle;

Amanda
xxoo

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: letaek on October 05, 2007, 03:53:02 PM

thanks...I guess his center is also offering nocturnal dialysis soon-which I have read is easier on the heart.

Sometimes it just sucks...He's a great dad :)

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: goofynina on October 05, 2007, 04:01:05 PM

I hope he is able to go to nocturnal, he wont be as restricted on his fluids since he will be doing it more often.  Good luck in law school and our thoughts and prayers are going out to you and your dad, hope he feels better soon.   :2thumbsup;

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: letaek on October 05, 2007, 04:05:33 PM

Thanks...I love this site. It has been a tremendous source of on going support...Thanks :) :cuddle;

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: MyssAnne on October 05, 2007, 04:12:59 PM

Hopefully you'll find support here for your Dad!  Let us know how he does, and how you are!

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: letaek on October 05, 2007, 04:26:11 PM

Thanks-staying at parent's house this weekend and i will go to dialysis with him on Monday.

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: paris on October 05, 2007, 06:37:15 PM

Good for you for going to dialysis with your Dad.  It isn't easy to watch. Not many  people go with their family member.  You are being a great daughter.

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: Sluff on October 05, 2007, 06:47:42 PM

Hope for the best, maybe suggest fluid restrictions, I know it sucks but it seems it will make him feel better. I know if it was me in his place I probably would not want to obey. Let him know your concerns and that you love him. We all have choices to make. We are here for you just the same. Hang in there.  :grouphug;

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: angellady07 on October 09, 2007, 04:37:49 AM

My heart goes out to you and your father. Keep us posted. Take care.

Title: Re: Father is not feeling well ROP
Post by: goofynina on October 09, 2007, 10:28:33 AM

Letaek? How is your father feeling these days?  Please keep us posted.  :thumbup;  Sending good thoughts and prayers his way  :cuddle;