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« on: March 28, 2014, 12:35:55 PM »
My name is Sam amd I'm a 40-something PD patient.  April 1st will be my 1 year dialysis anniversary--so far, so good (my Baxter cycler named R2D2 and I get along splendidly).  I thought it was an Aprils Fools joke when I woke up last April 1st, deathly ill and finally acceting the fact that it was time.  I had tried to avoid as long as I could but my body told me it was in charge.  In the end, I'm really happy with my dialysis--the ease and convenience of doing it at home while I sleep, getting to eat and drink more like a "normal" person and just feeling better.   I've visited this forum occasionally in the past and now I'm happy to be a member.
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No matter how bad things can seem or how awful I may feel, I always remember that  many people face challenges much worse than mine.  I do the best I can and appreciate what I've got.

Sam
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April 1, 2013 Peritoneal Dialysis ( Baxter cycler)
Almost on the transplant list.....
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« Reply #1 on: March 28, 2014, 01:18:55 PM »
Hello Sam...

A warm  :welcomesign; to IHD...

I think you'll enjoy it here... We're friendly, and supportive...

Post often, and let us get to know you....

Darth, Moderator...
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Cared for my late mum, Elsie who had Kidney Failure... Darling mum died on July 15th 2014... May her gentle soul rest in peace....
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« Reply #2 on: March 28, 2014, 08:08:32 PM »
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I am a caregiver to my wonderful husband,  He is 4p and started PD October 2013. We have several living donors waiting to be tested for a transplant. Dialysis is a bridge to get us where we need to go. 
He had a transplant in November 2019.
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« Reply #3 on: March 28, 2014, 11:16:46 PM »
Well, good, it is nice to hear some one getting along well with dialysis. So,   :welcomesign;  to IHD!!
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« Reply #4 on: March 29, 2014, 12:17:25 PM »

Hi Sam

My first year anniversary will be the end of May.  On PD at home but doing 4 manuals daily.  We have two dogs (the Boys) and two cats (the Girls), and almost every night someone wants to go outside.  Since I only exist to open doors for the Boys and Girls, I get up open the door then wait to let whomever back in.

Someday I hope to switch to the cycler, as it is still awkward breaking up the day to come in here and do an exchange.

Keep it clean and hopefully we will never have any infection.

Take Care,

Charlie B
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« Reply #5 on: April 01, 2014, 06:43:28 AM »
Hi Charlie,

I have to say that I don't know how people do the exchanges throughout the day.  When I was in the hospital last August, they insist on manual exchanges versus letting me bring my cycler and it was a pain in the booty.  Hopefully, you'll be able to get a cycler, if that's what you want.  I've found it easy to deal with and convenient.  If you have to get up during the night to let one of the kids out, it's as easy as disconnecting yourself, doing what you have to do, then reconnecting--I do it all the time.  Best wishes! 
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No matter how bad things can seem or how awful I may feel, I always remember that  many people face challenges much worse than mine.  I do the best I can and appreciate what I've got.

Sam
http://samspdblog.weebly.com/
April 1, 2013 Peritoneal Dialysis ( Baxter cycler)
Almost on the transplant list.....
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« Reply #6 on: April 02, 2014, 02:50:43 PM »
Hey Sammie. So glad you are here. I am also on a night cycler (Baxter HomeChoice Pro) and I love it. I rarely disconnect in the night, but that works for me. I am thankful I can if I need to. Hope to talk with you soon.
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« Reply #7 on: April 02, 2014, 11:28:08 PM »
Welcome Sammiegirl!

I love the name R2D2 for your cycler... OK I'm a geek but it fits :) very cute :)

I'm glad through this horribleness of dialysis and CKD that you've found something that is working for you as well as it seems to be and  you can get on with doing things YOU want - as much as you can anyway.

glad you decided to join too after lurking! :)
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3/1993: Diagnosed with Kidney Failure (FSGS)
25/7/2006: Started hemo 3x/week 5 hour sessions :(
27/11/2010: Cadaveric kidney transplant from my wonderful donor!!! "Danny" currently settling in and working better every day!!! :)

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« Reply #8 on: April 06, 2014, 06:17:05 AM »
One for the ready, two for the show, and three means GO GO   :clap;

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Welcome  Sammiegrl     :bandance;       :welcomesign;

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Don't ever give up hope, expect a miracle, pray as if you were going to die the next moment in time, but live life as if you were going to live forever."

A wise man once said, "Yesterday's the past, tomorrow's the future, but today is a gift. That's why it's called the present."
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« Reply #9 on: April 06, 2014, 06:59:08 AM »
Hi Sam,
I just joined today, also.  I am excited to have this resource.... :clap;
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