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« on: June 24, 2009, 07:26:29 PM »
Hi,
I I have been on dialysis for about 10yrs. In 1997, I donated a kidney to my father. In 1998, the kidney I had failed. I couldn't believe it and my children weren't too happy about it either. In fact my daughter told me to ask my dad if I could have the kidney back.(Kids say the darnedest things).  I have had 2 transplants, each of which rejected, and I have just put myself back on the transplant list. So, yes, I do hate dialysis, but thak God ilt is available. My people don't understand how I feel about having to do this. How it makes you feel, the emotional turmoil. just everything about it. Hopefully , I will be able to talk to others who can empathize, that's what the site is for right.
Thanks for reading !
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« Reply #1 on: June 24, 2009, 07:33:41 PM »
Sorry to hear about your plight with kidney disease! This site is a great way to get information and hear other people in your situation. Glad you found it!\

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« Reply #2 on: June 24, 2009, 07:56:57 PM »
You have come to the right place, Targetmom! Welcome!

What a shame about your kidney failure.

Spend time here and share more about yourself. There are many folks eager to share with you.

 :welcomesign;

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« Reply #3 on: June 24, 2009, 08:19:09 PM »
Wow, targetmom, what an ordeal you've been through! So sorry to hear it. I am hoping that the third time's the charm for you with a kidney transplant. You no doubt have a unique perspective on all of this. Looking forward to hearing more from you!

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« Reply #4 on: June 24, 2009, 08:28:54 PM »
Wow that's a tough story.  What an amazing person you are.  Welcome.
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« Reply #5 on: June 24, 2009, 11:10:03 PM »
 :waving; Targetmom,

That is a tough way to end up on dialysis. I am glad you found us and we do understand exactly how you feel. Looking forward to seeing your posts, welcome, and .just make yourself right at home.

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« Reply #6 on: June 24, 2009, 11:23:49 PM »
 :welcomesign; I have often wondered if that may happen, donate one of your kidneys and then the one that was left packs up. How unlucky for you.
  But what a wonderful thing you did at the time, I admire anyone who donates their kidney, they must be about the best people in the world and I hope you will soon have someone donate one back to you.  I wish you all the luck in the world and you will just love this site as I do take care  Yvonne the wife.  :flower;
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« Reply #7 on: June 25, 2009, 01:34:59 AM »
Welcome Targetmom, good to have you aboard.
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« Reply #8 on: June 25, 2009, 03:35:46 AM »
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I'm the youngest here. Everyone suffers but we have to look forward. Pleasure to have you aboard.
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« Reply #9 on: June 25, 2009, 06:05:41 AM »
So sorry to hear about what happened to you and yes this site is the absolutely best place for anyone who has kidney disease or is on dialysis.   :welcomesign;
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« Reply #10 on: June 25, 2009, 08:43:19 AM »
Welcome to the group.  Your kids sound like that guy who gave his wife a kidney, then demanded it back when she went out and cheated on him and wanted a divorce!  Hope things start going better for you soon.
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« Reply #11 on: June 25, 2009, 01:41:10 PM »
You did a wonderful thing for your father. I hope you get another kidney. You deserve to be blessed by your kindness.  :grouphug;
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« Reply #12 on: June 26, 2009, 05:17:11 AM »
 :welcomesign; targetmom. You have been through so much. This is a great place for support and information all the time. Please post often.  :cuddle;
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« Reply #13 on: June 26, 2009, 05:53:45 AM »
Glad you found us. This site is wonderful.   :welcomesign;
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« Reply #14 on: June 27, 2009, 12:31:37 AM »
 :welcomesign;

Sorry about your kidney. That is a really tough situation. I am glad that you joined the group. We understand what others can't even begin to understand.
 :grouphug;
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Jaclyn and Deziree diagnosed CKD 2/07; NPHP (type 1) 9/07
Jaclyn started dialysis 1/2/08
Successful Transplant 7/4/2009 at Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital @ Stanford, Palo Alto, CA
Deziree in denial
Jaclyn listed 5/08
Deziree listed 1/09 ("Inactive")
Jaclyn Cadaver kidney transplant 7/4/09 (Independence from dialysis day!)
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