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« on: September 10, 2007, 09:18:46 AM » |
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This is the moment - this is the day – When I send all my doubts and demons on their way!!!
Yes, “This is the Moment” is one of my favorite songs. It is from the Jeykll and Hyde play.
I am scheduled for a kidney transplant on Wednesday, Sept. 12. I am blessed to have a friend who was a match and she is graciously giving me a great gift. I’m so nervous about this. I’ve had operations before – so it really isn’t the operation making me nervous, it is the fact that another person is undergoing an operation on my behalf. My fears are centered around the acceptance of the kidney. My doctors have no doubt at all. Wish I could share their enthusiasm. I would be devastated if my body rejected this kidney. My friend has gone through endless testing and in some cases much hassle to get to the approval.
I've read with great interest the other stories here. I really do look forward to having a great success story to share.
So, everyone, "this is the moment, this is the time, when the momentum and the moment are in rhyme........ "this is the day - see it sparkle and shine"
Sandyb
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Romona
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« Reply #1 on: September 10, 2007, 09:26:14 AM » |
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Sandy, Good Luck. Can't wait to hear your story!  |
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« Reply #2 on: September 10, 2007, 09:27:28 AM » |
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okarol
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« Reply #3 on: September 10, 2007, 09:30:16 AM » |
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 A good moment... and many more to come! Best wishes to you both!
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« Reply #5 on: September 10, 2007, 10:43:42 AM » |
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Sandy...you'll remember this as one of the best days of your life. The changes you'll see in yourself will be amazing. You are getting your life back and it is good! Best of luck to you and please update us on how things are going as soon as you can. Have a banana for me! |
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Joe Paul
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« Reply #6 on: September 10, 2007, 10:49:20 AM » |
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Slywalker, best wishes to you and to your donor!  |
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"The history of discovery is completed by those who don't follow rules"
Angels are with us, but don't take GOD for granted
Transplant Jan. 8, 2010
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« Reply #7 on: September 10, 2007, 11:14:45 AM » |
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Wonderful news! Let us all about it when you are able to post Keeping you in my prayers.
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« Reply #8 on: September 10, 2007, 11:22:58 AM » |
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 Awesome news SlyWalker, Here is to a successful transplant and a speeeedy recovery  Looking forward to hearing all about it 
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« Reply #9 on: September 10, 2007, 12:02:28 PM » |
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The very best of luck to you! I can't wait to read your story! You have an amazing friend!!!
Beth
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Mom had positive crossmatch transplant at Mayo Clinic on 6/13/08!!
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angela515
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« Reply #10 on: September 10, 2007, 12:22:29 PM » |
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Very good luck to you! My first transplant was also a live donor... my mom. I wasn't worried once wether the kidney would not work... I guess because I just had so much hope and the match was so good, my doctors and my mom put my mind at ease. I hope you come back with a great transplant story!  |
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Live Donor Transplant From My Mom 12/14/1999
Perfect Match (6 of 6) Cadaver Transplant On 1/14/2007
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« Reply #11 on: September 10, 2007, 01:36:00 PM » |
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Statistics show that there are no clinically significant negative health effects on kidney donors, nor is their lifespan reduced by the donation. The operation for a kidney transplant is one of the most routine and safest operations there is, with a 1 in 3000 death rate, which is very low. The odds of rejecting a new kidney in the short term are small if 1) it is from a live donor; 2) it is a good HLA match; 3) the creatine level of the patient is monitored carefully and the immunosuppressive drugs adjusted accordingly. The real problem today with kidney transplants is not rejection but chronic allograft nephropathy, which is the gradual decline in function of the transplanted kidney over time. Both the cause and the cure for this condition are unknown, so the lifespan of the kidney is a matter of luck.
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« Reply #12 on: September 10, 2007, 03:06:59 PM » |
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Slywalker, I wish you only the best for you and your donor. Bless her for giving you such a precious gift. I say a prayer for both of you. Can't wait to read your story!
Kathy
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Laurie
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« Reply #13 on: September 10, 2007, 03:42:27 PM » |
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That's great news. Best of luck to you and your donor.  |
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March 7, 2001 - Complications after C-section caused kidney failure
March 2001 - December 2001 - Hemo Dialysis
December 2001 - Kidney function improved dialysis no longer necessary
October 2006 - Kidney function started to decline
May 9, 2007 - Listed at Baylor Dallas and Fort Worth
October 12, 2007 - Started PD
May 13, 2008 - Kidney Transplant from a deceased donor
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« Reply #14 on: September 10, 2007, 03:49:58 PM » |
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 Congratulations. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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June 2005 Commenced PD Dialysis
July 13th 2009 Cadaveric 5/6 Antigen Match Transplant from my Special Angel
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« Reply #15 on: September 10, 2007, 04:09:34 PM » |
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Wishing a speedy recovery to both of you.
What a wonderful friend.
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If I must do this to live, I must strive to live
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« Reply #16 on: September 10, 2007, 04:56:01 PM » |
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sandy thats great news wish you both all the best ..
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Home Hemo 18 months
Live donor transplant 28th October 2008
from my beautiful sister
Royal Prince Alfred Sydney Australia
Live donors rock
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tamara
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« Reply #17 on: September 11, 2007, 02:50:23 AM » |
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Congratulations ! Thinkin of ya Tamara xxx ooo |
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ABO Incompatible Transplant from my loving Partner 23/10/07
after over four years on the D Machine
Dialysis Sucks and Transplants Don't.................So Far Anyway !!!!!
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« Reply #18 on: September 11, 2007, 10:09:58 AM » |
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Best of luck Sandy and thanks to your friend for the most personal and special gift.. your bond will be so much more now after this! |
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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!!! BE POSITIVE * BE INFORMED * BE PROACTIVE * BE IN CONTROL * LIVE LIFE!
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Joe Paul
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« Reply #19 on: September 12, 2007, 12:41:32 AM » |
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Today is the big day, hoping and praying all goes well for everyone invloved |
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"The history of discovery is completed by those who don't follow rules"
Angels are with us, but don't take GOD for granted
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« Reply #20 on: September 12, 2007, 12:53:57 AM » |
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This is the big day Slywalker. Wishing you a speedy recovery.  Lulu |
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okarol
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« Reply #21 on: September 12, 2007, 08:21:41 AM » |
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Dear Slywalker, Thinking about you and wishing you all the best! Hope your day is a good one! |
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Slywalker
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« Reply #22 on: September 12, 2007, 08:31:14 AM » |
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They canceled me today! I received a call in the middle of the night that an emergency kidney/pancreas operation needed to be done and I was bumped. I am staying tuned. The transplant coordinator is suppose to call back with another time/date. What a mix of emotions.
Thanks for all the support. I'll let you know when my story can continue.
Sandyb
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okarol
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« Reply #23 on: September 12, 2007, 08:35:02 AM » |
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OH NO! That must be so hard to take - I hope you get rescheduled soon!
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angela515
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« Reply #24 on: September 12, 2007, 11:30:33 AM » |
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Awww, hopefully they won't make ya wait a long time for the next date |
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Live Donor Transplant From My Mom 12/14/1999
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