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« on: July 29, 2009, 03:49:05 PM »
Hello my name is Heather I have three children and I'm 29 years old. I just graduated from SDSU my major is Social Work with a minor in art. I really really love art. I presently live in SanDiego California. The reason why I wanted to become a member of this site is because I would like to further understand dialysis because my mother is having a difficult time dealing with it.  I would like to try and make the process easier for her. My grandmother also was in dialysis until her passing. I hope to chat and get to know some of you. So please feel free to contact me anytime.
Thanks Heather
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« Reply #1 on: July 29, 2009, 03:54:15 PM »
.hey there Heather, welcome to IHD the only site in the net with only the truth about dialysis, make yourself at home and start posting soon..

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« Reply #2 on: July 29, 2009, 04:50:48 PM »
 :welcomesign; Heather. We are a great group for information and support. Read some of the older threads as they contains loads of stuff. Glad you are here for your Mom and we hope that you post often.  :cuddle;
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« Reply #3 on: July 29, 2009, 05:22:11 PM »
Hi Heather - we just met in teh chat room, but my computer died for some reason, and it took me ages to get back in!  Nice to meet you.  This is a great site to find answers, or just chat.  Catch ya later.
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Diagnosed Nov 2007 with Multiple Myeloma.
By Jan 2008 was in end stage renal failure and on haemodialysis.
Changed to CAPD in April 2008.  Now on PD with a cycler.  Working very part time - teaching music.  Love it.  Husband is Paul (we're both 46), daughter Molly is 13.
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« Reply #4 on: July 29, 2009, 05:28:59 PM »
Welcome, Heather.

You have come to the right place. I hope your mom can find some peace with dialysis. Even though we "hate" dialysis, it is the gift of life in many regards.

 :flower;

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Carl transplanted with cadaveric kidney, February 3, 2011. :)
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« Reply #5 on: July 29, 2009, 09:03:29 PM »
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« Reply #6 on: July 29, 2009, 11:04:09 PM »
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Oct 41, 2007 - Got fistula placed.
Feb 13, 2008 - Activated on "the list".
Nov 5, 2008 - Received living donor transplant from my sister-in-law, Etta.
Nov 5, 2011 - THREE YEARS POST TRANSPLANT!  :D
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« Reply #7 on: July 29, 2009, 11:54:37 PM »
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« Reply #8 on: July 30, 2009, 06:14:58 AM »
 :welcomesign; Heather.   Ask any questions you might have and I look forward to getting to know you better.
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Pyelonephritis (began at 8 mos old)
Home haemo 1980-1985 (self-cannulated with 15 gauge sharps)
Cadaveric transplant 1985
New upper-arm fistula April 2008
Uldall-Cook catheter inserted May 2008
Haemo-dialysis, self care unit June 2008
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« Reply #9 on: July 30, 2009, 09:41:25 AM »
Welcome aboard, Heather.  This is a great place for information.  Come on back and post often.
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« Reply #10 on: August 02, 2009, 07:08:10 AM »
Welcome to the boards.  We have a great caregivers section.  It is great you are trying to help your Mom cope better with doing dialysis.  Sometimes it seems to take over our lives!




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« Reply #11 on: August 02, 2009, 11:03:34 AM »
Welcome to our community, Heather!  Your name sounds like one from my country, only the last name is spelled with an 'e' at the end. It is always great when people join our group because of concern for a loved one.  There is lots of helpful information here, and also great support.  This isn't just a website - it is a genuine family, caring and sharing :grouphug;  Just keep reading and keep posting.  Let us know how your mom is doing.  And it is clear you need to look after yourself as well and be pre-emptive and proactive (how's that for buzz words!).




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