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Cordelia
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« on: August 15, 2012, 01:30:12 PM »
Two years ago today I suffered kidney failure!  Lots has happened in two years since I almost died on August 15, 2010. God gave me another chance to live. I have much to live for.....I have learned so much in the two years and I have met some pretty incredible people I would have never have met had my health not failed me. Things happen for a reason......so they say. I used to not be a believer in that but I am now. I love life and will fight this thing called kidney disease and will not let it get me down. Many have inspired me, I hope to inspire others!         :clap;
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Diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease at age 19.
Renal Failure at age 38 (2010) came about 2 hrs close to dying. Central line put in an emergency.
Began dialysis on Aug 15, 2010.
Creatine @ time of dialysis: 27. I almost died.
History of High Blood Pressure
I have Neuropathy and Plantar Fasciitis in My Feet
AV Fistula created in Nov. 2011, still buzzing well!
Transplanted in April, 2013. My husband and I participated in the Living Donor paired exchange program. I nicknamed my kidney "April"
Married 18 yrs,  Mom to 3 kids to twin daughters (One that has PKD)  and a high-functioning Autistic son
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us and fam easter 2013
« Reply #1 on: August 15, 2012, 04:00:25 PM »
Happy  ??? anniversary  Hummm...   that just sounds wrong in this situation doesnt it..  Well, Happy enlightning of life then, hows that   ;D    I wish you many happy fulfilling ensightful years ahead, and much peace and happiness and learning   :flower;     :grouphug;
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im a california wife and cargiver to my hubby
He started dialysis April 09
We thank God for every day we are blessed to have together.
november 2010, patiently (ha!) waiting our turn for NxStage training
January 14,2011 home with NxStage
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« Reply #2 on: August 15, 2012, 04:53:50 PM »
Oh, Cordelia!  How I admire your spirit!  You do so much good in the world...
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« Reply #3 on: August 15, 2012, 05:28:39 PM »
 Yay for life :cheer:
I feel the same way Cordelia. Without dialysis a lot of us wouldn't be here.
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~ Hello All, My names Marna ~

- 1995 - 12 yrs old found out my kidneys were both failing
- 1996 - Dec. 3 I received my 1st kidney transplant at age 13, after 7/mths on the waiting list
- 2005 - In Aug. transplant failed after 9.5 years, had to have a nephrectomy due to being very ill & massive hypertension
           - End of Aug. 1st time on dialysis
- 2006 - Had my fistula placed & ready to go
- 2010 - My little Miracle was born 6/mths into the pregnancy, weighing 2.4 lbs & 13.25 in long
          - Found out my PRA is 100% & I have antibodies that CAN'T be decreased
- 2013 - Oct. 2nd  *** I finally received my kidney!!! ***
          - Dec. 3rd I had 3.5 parathyroids removed, due to them interfering w/my new kidney.
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« Reply #4 on: August 16, 2012, 03:09:15 AM »
LOL on the happy anniversary!        ;D          :rofl;     Boswife, I wondered the same thing!        :rofl;

Thank you all for your best wishes!!    Thanks so much for all your cheering and rooting me on!          :clap;        :thx;
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Diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease at age 19.
Renal Failure at age 38 (2010) came about 2 hrs close to dying. Central line put in an emergency.
Began dialysis on Aug 15, 2010.
Creatine @ time of dialysis: 27. I almost died.
History of High Blood Pressure
I have Neuropathy and Plantar Fasciitis in My Feet
AV Fistula created in Nov. 2011, still buzzing well!
Transplanted in April, 2013. My husband and I participated in the Living Donor paired exchange program. I nicknamed my kidney "April"
Married 18 yrs,  Mom to 3 kids to twin daughters (One that has PKD)  and a high-functioning Autistic son
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« Reply #5 on: August 18, 2012, 07:47:27 PM »
Two years is great!  :bestwishes; :bestwishes;
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« Reply #6 on: August 19, 2012, 06:24:03 AM »
I'm hoping there won't be a third anniversary on D (really hoping for good news in oct !)  :2thumbsup; :2thumbsup;
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« Reply #7 on: August 19, 2012, 08:57:00 AM »
Congratulations! I wish the boyfriend had your spirit. Like mcclane said, I hope there isn't a third!
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Boyfriend diagnosed with renal failure Feb. 2011. Cause unknown.
PD Catheter "installed" June 30, 2011.
Began CAPD August 11, 2011.
On transplant list 11/23/11.
Started Liberty Cycler 12/1/11.
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« Reply #8 on: August 19, 2012, 04:20:29 PM »
Yeah I have been on for 5, I interviewed a guy who was on hemo since 1969 ( a guy named Rick) and Shad Ireland has been on for 30 years.


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Check out my Facebook profile for CKD "Help Lisa Spread Awareness for Kidney Disease"

It is my utmost dream and desire to reach out to other kidney patients for them to know that they are not alone in this, also to reach out to those who one day have to go on dialysis though my book i am writing!

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« Reply #9 on: August 19, 2012, 05:04:33 PM »
More power to you and keep the great attitude!!!!!!!!! I am coming up on one year and I have found that it has not slowed me down as much as I thought.

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« Reply #10 on: August 20, 2012, 04:08:08 AM »
Thank you so  much everyone, thanks for your really kind, encouraging words and compliments, I'm so thrilled you are all rooting me on!                 :flower;        :cheer:

Thanks so much for your on-going support here, it really means a lot to me!          :bandance;            :bandance;
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Diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease at age 19.
Renal Failure at age 38 (2010) came about 2 hrs close to dying. Central line put in an emergency.
Began dialysis on Aug 15, 2010.
Creatine @ time of dialysis: 27. I almost died.
History of High Blood Pressure
I have Neuropathy and Plantar Fasciitis in My Feet
AV Fistula created in Nov. 2011, still buzzing well!
Transplanted in April, 2013. My husband and I participated in the Living Donor paired exchange program. I nicknamed my kidney "April"
Married 18 yrs,  Mom to 3 kids to twin daughters (One that has PKD)  and a high-functioning Autistic son
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« Reply #11 on: August 20, 2012, 10:07:32 AM »
 :clap;  I respect you for keeping a positive attitude.  I reach my first year mark in September. 
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« Reply #12 on: August 20, 2012, 11:35:03 AM »
Quote from: Cordelia on August 15, 2012, 01:30:12 PM
Two years ago today I suffered kidney failure!  Lots has happened in two years since I almost died on August 15, 2010. God gave me another chance to live. I have much to live for.....I have learned so much in the two years and I have met some pretty incredible people I would have never have met had my health not failed me. Things happen for a reason......so they say. I used to not be a believer in that but I am now. I love life and will fight this thing called kidney disease and will not let it get me down. Many have inspired me, I hope to inspire others!         :clap;

Cordelia,

Congratulations!!!!! But remember, there is always something new to learn no matter how experienced we are!!

///M3Riddler
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« Reply #13 on: August 21, 2012, 04:42:34 PM »
Thanks so much Whamo and M3Riddler!

Thanks so much for your great compliments!

I agree, M3, there's always new things to learn no matter how experienced we are!      :thumbup;
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Diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease at age 19.
Renal Failure at age 38 (2010) came about 2 hrs close to dying. Central line put in an emergency.
Began dialysis on Aug 15, 2010.
Creatine @ time of dialysis: 27. I almost died.
History of High Blood Pressure
I have Neuropathy and Plantar Fasciitis in My Feet
AV Fistula created in Nov. 2011, still buzzing well!
Transplanted in April, 2013. My husband and I participated in the Living Donor paired exchange program. I nicknamed my kidney "April"
Married 18 yrs,  Mom to 3 kids to twin daughters (One that has PKD)  and a high-functioning Autistic son
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« Reply #14 on: August 22, 2012, 07:24:53 AM »
Cordelia,

Keep up the positive attitude.  I've been waiting for a transplant for 5 years and this year my optimism started wavering.  And i had to make a change, i started focusing more on me and I'm changing jobs, and living my life to the fullest, traveling a lot this year etc.    Life gets boring with just dialysis and work, so remember to make time for you.
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1988  Diagnosed with reflux and kidney damage
2006-  Diagnosed with Renal Failure and start dialysis in centre with catheter
2007- Fistula created and in centre hemo with fistula
2012- Fistula clotted and central line inserted
May 2014- Received Kidney from deceased donor
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« Reply #15 on: August 23, 2012, 02:58:41 AM »
Quote from: Rain on August 22, 2012, 07:24:53 AM
Cordelia,

Keep up the positive attitude.  I've been waiting for a transplant for 5 years and this year my optimism started wavering.  And i had to make a change, i started focusing more on me and I'm changing jobs, and living my life to the fullest, traveling a lot this year etc.    Life gets boring with just dialysis and work, so remember to make time for you.

Thanks so much Rain.        :thx;       That is great advice, making time for yourself. You are so right!        :clap;

HUGS to you!              :cuddle;        :cuddle;
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Diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease at age 19.
Renal Failure at age 38 (2010) came about 2 hrs close to dying. Central line put in an emergency.
Began dialysis on Aug 15, 2010.
Creatine @ time of dialysis: 27. I almost died.
History of High Blood Pressure
I have Neuropathy and Plantar Fasciitis in My Feet
AV Fistula created in Nov. 2011, still buzzing well!
Transplanted in April, 2013. My husband and I participated in the Living Donor paired exchange program. I nicknamed my kidney "April"
Married 18 yrs,  Mom to 3 kids to twin daughters (One that has PKD)  and a high-functioning Autistic son
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Me & my precious Miracle !!!
« Reply #16 on: August 24, 2012, 08:22:58 PM »
Quote from: Rain on August 22, 2012, 07:24:53 AM
Cordelia,

Keep up the positive attitude.  I've been waiting for a transplant for 5 years and this year my optimism started wavering.  And i had to make a change, i started focusing more on me and I'm changing jobs, and living my life to the fullest, traveling a lot this year etc.    Life gets boring with just dialysis and work, so remember to make time for you.
I love your positiveness! I'v been doing dialysis for 7 yrs this month & it does put you into a funk after a while, but I love your positive outlook :beer1;
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~ Hello All, My names Marna ~

- 1995 - 12 yrs old found out my kidneys were both failing
- 1996 - Dec. 3 I received my 1st kidney transplant at age 13, after 7/mths on the waiting list
- 2005 - In Aug. transplant failed after 9.5 years, had to have a nephrectomy due to being very ill & massive hypertension
           - End of Aug. 1st time on dialysis
- 2006 - Had my fistula placed & ready to go
- 2010 - My little Miracle was born 6/mths into the pregnancy, weighing 2.4 lbs & 13.25 in long
          - Found out my PRA is 100% & I have antibodies that CAN'T be decreased
- 2013 - Oct. 2nd  *** I finally received my kidney!!! ***
          - Dec. 3rd I had 3.5 parathyroids removed, due to them interfering w/my new kidney.
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« Reply #17 on: August 25, 2012, 03:03:35 AM »
Quote from: MommyChick on August 24, 2012, 08:22:58 PM
Quote from: Rain on August 22, 2012, 07:24:53 AM
Cordelia,

Keep up the positive attitude.  I've been waiting for a transplant for 5 years and this year my optimism started wavering.  And i had to make a change, i started focusing more on me and I'm changing jobs, and living my life to the fullest, traveling a lot this year etc.    Life gets boring with just dialysis and work, so remember to make time for you.
I love your positiveness! I'v been doing dialysis for 7 yrs this month & it does put you into a funk after a while, but I love your positive outlook :beer1;

Thanks so much, MC!         :cuddle;      Thanks so very much for your great compliments!          :cuddle;         :thx;
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Diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease at age 19.
Renal Failure at age 38 (2010) came about 2 hrs close to dying. Central line put in an emergency.
Began dialysis on Aug 15, 2010.
Creatine @ time of dialysis: 27. I almost died.
History of High Blood Pressure
I have Neuropathy and Plantar Fasciitis in My Feet
AV Fistula created in Nov. 2011, still buzzing well!
Transplanted in April, 2013. My husband and I participated in the Living Donor paired exchange program. I nicknamed my kidney "April"
Married 18 yrs,  Mom to 3 kids to twin daughters (One that has PKD)  and a high-functioning Autistic son
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