Stomach bug help

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Stomach bug help

« on: December 12, 2011, 02:01:28 PM »

Mikes got a dreaded stomach bug! Over a year after transplant.
Best to call co-ordinator or wait 1.5 days till he sees her at clinic for blood test ect??


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Born September 12 1983
Seizure July 2003 [Unrelated to kidney]
Diagnosed with 'Polycystic Kidney Disease' July 2003 (Wrong diagnosis)
Diagnosed with IgA Glomerulonephritis April 2004
On active transplant waiting list 2006
Hyperparathyroidism developed gradually
Parathyroidectomy May 2009 (Affected kidney function)
Hospitalized for hyperkalemia June 2009
Catheter inserted June 2009

Started CAPD June 2009
Stared APD September 2009

ABO Incompatible transplant 01 December 2010
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Re: Stomach bug help

« Reply #1 on: December 12, 2011, 02:31:36 PM »

I'd call just in case and I'd drink and drink lots of fluids (water really) to not get dehydrated especially if there is vomiting and/or diarrhea. Also if this is the case, go on the BRAT diet...bananas, rice, applesauce and toast....NO DAIRY.


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Re: Stomach bug help

« Reply #2 on: December 12, 2011, 05:18:36 PM »

I would call, too! Just in case. Hope he gets better soon.


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Re: Stomach bug help

« Reply #3 on: December 13, 2011, 09:11:35 AM »

Awww, hope he's okay. Did you call them?!


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Re: Stomach bug help

« Reply #4 on: December 13, 2011, 05:33:54 PM »

Since you're so concerned I would call also - always better to make a call that might seem silly or over the top than to not call. Let them know what's going on and seek advice - even for your own peace of mind. And yes, drink lots of fluids for sure!


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