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« on: May 13, 2009, 01:26:47 AM »
Hello,
My name is Mario and I have been a dialysis patient for about a year and a half.  I am a 35 year old male.  I'm not exactly sure how I got this condition, and the doctors were somewhat puzzled.  I came across this site and share many of same stories that a lot of you have.  Its also nice to be able to relate to the same issues we all have. 
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« Reply #1 on: May 13, 2009, 04:39:10 AM »
Hi, Mario; welcome aboard.  This is a great place for information and shoulders to cry on.  Come on back and post often.
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« Reply #2 on: May 13, 2009, 06:07:51 AM »
 :waving; Hi Mario, It sucks when Dr's do not have answers. This is a great place to find out lots of things you maybe wondering about. I wish you the best. And welcome you   :welcomesign;
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« Reply #3 on: May 13, 2009, 06:09:50 AM »
 :welcomesign; Mario. We are so happy that you found us. There is lots of information and support here and we hope to hear more from you.  :cuddle;
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« Reply #4 on: May 13, 2009, 06:12:01 AM »
 :welcomesign; Mario.  I hope you'll post often and share your experiences with us.
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New upper-arm fistula April 2008
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« Reply #5 on: May 13, 2009, 07:25:48 AM »
 :welcomesign; Mario  :welcomesign;

Come often and share. This is a great community with lots of dialysis wisdom.

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« Reply #6 on: May 13, 2009, 03:45:58 PM »
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« Reply #7 on: May 13, 2009, 07:01:52 PM »
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« Reply #8 on: May 13, 2009, 07:08:07 PM »
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« Reply #9 on: May 13, 2009, 11:04:49 PM »
 :welcomesign; Mario,

It is very frustrating when doctors say, "I don't know, it is very confusing".....and then you see the bill for $1500 (ugh!)  :stressed;

My youngest daughter was sick for three years and finally blood tests sent to genetics department at University of Michigan determined that she had NPHP type 1, a recessive genetic kidney condition that causes kidneys to fail between the ages of 13 and 19.

It must be hard to be on dialysis and not know why your kidneys failed. Any kidney problems in family or history of high blood pressure? There are so many knowledgeable people on this forum.  Sorry that you have to go through dialysis. Glad you joined the group. :grouphug;
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« Reply #10 on: May 14, 2009, 02:45:29 AM »
Welcome Mario, good to have you aboard.
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« Reply #11 on: May 14, 2009, 11:32:09 AM »
Welcome Mario, so glad you joined us!  It is frustrating to not have a definate reason for kidney disease. I am in the same boat. But, I do know that being a member of this incredible site has given me so much power and knowledge.  Everyone is so willing to give support and answer any questons.  Welcome to the IHD family.  Post often and tell us more about you.    :grouphug;




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