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« on: August 02, 2009, 11:21:27 AM »
Hi!

My name is Mary and I am on dialysis and have been for the past 4 years.  Can't say I love it but I've learned to accept it as part of my life.....it is keeping me alive today and for that I am grateful.  I am 65 years old.  The past 8 years have been a jumble of serious health problems.  I am a lung cancer survivor, I have heart problems, thyroid problems.  My lung problems include copd, asthma and scar tissue from radiation treatment.   Having gone through all I have been through I am still pretty active.  Not everyday is prefect but most are Worth being alive for.   I do dialysis 3 days a week, 3 1/2 hours a crack.  I have met some really great people and look forward to meeting more.   

Good luck all.
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« Reply #1 on: August 02, 2009, 11:24:55 AM »
Hi, Mary.

It's good to have you here and I admire your upbeat attitude.  :2thumbsup;

I hope you find this site as supportive and informative as I have.

Ask lots of questions and join in!

 :welcomesign;

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Carl transplanted with cadaveric kidney, February 3, 2011. :)
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« Reply #2 on: August 02, 2009, 11:26:36 AM »
Welcome to our community, Mary!  We have a lot in common.  I have been on dialysis for 4 years, and have also deal with lots of other issues - breast cancer, among other things.  I also still lead a very active life.  A friend says about me that I have one foot in the grave and the other outside, tap-dancing!  This is just the place for you to be- lots of information, support and fun.  We are more than just a website - we are a genuine family  :grouphug;  caring and sharing.   All you have to do is keep reading and keep posting.




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« Reply #3 on: August 02, 2009, 01:16:52 PM »
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1993 diagnosed with glomerulonephritis.
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 #4 on: August 02, 2009, 06:54:47 PM »
Accepting dialysis as part of your life is good.  Also looking to educate yourself on it is good.  Take time a read the boards here. Lots of nice people here!





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« Reply #5 on: August 02, 2009, 08:03:30 PM »
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« Reply #6 on: August 03, 2009, 12:06:46 AM »
Hi and welcome.  Look forward to getting to know you.
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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 #7 on: August 03, 2009, 05:35:25 AM »
 :welcomesign; Mary. We are so glad you found us. We are the best for information and support and you are not alone. Please post often.  :cuddle;
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« Reply #8 on: August 03, 2009, 08:26:03 AM »
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« Reply #9 on: August 04, 2009, 06:50:56 AM »
Hi, Mary, and welcome aboard.  Sounds like you're a real trooper.  Come on back and post often and let us know how things are going for you.
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« Reply #10 on: August 04, 2009, 04:50:33 PM »
 :welcomesign;   You have certainly had your share of medical issues, but you sound like you have a great attitude.  We are glad you joined IHD.  It is a great place for information and also for support.  We do care about each other.  Looking forward to your posts.




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« Reply #11 on: August 04, 2009, 11:27:42 PM »
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« Reply #12 on: August 04, 2009, 11:55:37 PM »
 :welcomesign; This is a lovely site they have all helped me through rough times looking after my husband, where are you from?
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2007- since January 2007 carer to my husband John who has the following, allways been a very fit man up till then.
2007 - January Renal failure
2007 - March Diagnosed with a Horseshoe kidney and bladder cancer.
2007 - June One kidney, Prostrate and Bladder removed with stage 4 cancer. Urostomy
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« Reply #13 on: August 05, 2009, 04:33:51 AM »
 :welcomesign; Mary.
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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
(2 1/2 hours X 5 weekly)
Self-cannulated, 15 gauge blunts, buttonholes.
Living donor transplant (sister-in law Kathy) Feb. 2009
First failed kidney transplant removed Apr.  2009
Second trx doing great so far...all lab values in normal ranges
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