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« on: March 05, 2011, 07:35:00 AM »
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My husband had a heart attack and his kidneys shut down in November.  We spent Thanksgiving in the hospital - something I would not recommend for anyone.  I know in my mind that I am not alone, but can't help feeling that way often.  THIS SUCKS!!  I know that you understand. 
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« Reply #1 on: March 05, 2011, 07:42:18 AM »
Hey CAT, sorry about the Holidays.  That does SUCK!  Welcome to IHD....  Your friendly dialysis website where you can come here to ask questions, read, or vent!

Where abouts do you live.  I'm in Spokane, WA. 

So glad you found us!

Rerun, Moderator     :welcomesign;
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« Reply #2 on: March 05, 2011, 07:47:48 AM »
Welcome! :welcomesign;

Yes, it sucks!!!!  Then life goes on.....

We're all here together, sharing the ups and downs of our unintended journeys.  Wish you'd never had to find us, but glad you're here! :welcomesign;

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« Reply #3 on: March 05, 2011, 07:50:40 AM »
 :welcomesign; Cat. This is a good place to visit.
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« Reply #4 on: March 05, 2011, 12:52:55 PM »
Welcome to the group.  I think it's great when a family member joins in order to learn more.  Lots of good information and friends here.  Glad you found us!
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« Reply #5 on: March 05, 2011, 09:37:01 PM »
G'day, Cat, and  :welcomesign;.
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« Reply #6 on: March 06, 2011, 01:45:56 AM »
How is he doing?  Which dialysis modality is he using? 

Welcome to IHD.  We have LOADS of caregivers who contribute to this site, and I know they will be very supportive.
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« Reply #7 on: March 06, 2011, 10:39:07 AM »
Quote from: cat1138 on March 05, 2011, 07:35:00 AM
THIS SUCKS!!
Indeedy, indeedy.

 :welcomesign; Cat!
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« Reply #8 on: March 08, 2011, 07:05:05 AM »
I live in Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island.  My husband is still feeling weak and tired.  The doc has not yet been able to get him stabilized with meds, etc.   That part is driving me crazy, because the dosages keep changing and there seems to be some :yahoo;what of a communication gap between the doctor's office and the pharmacy.  I worry that we will run out of drugs at times. 

Just started using the fistula for dialysis in center.  Not sure what you call that type of dialysis.  We are just trying to get through each day and I am trying to work as much as I can.  It is definitely a challenge to juggle everything, but we need my insurance, of course!     

Thank you for being here.  It is a comfort to know that there are others to ask questions and just get moral support from.  Much appreciated!!
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« Reply #9 on: March 08, 2011, 11:11:40 AM »
 :waving;  It's good to have you with us. 
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1993 diagnosed with glomerulonephritis.
Oct 41, 2007 - Got fistula placed.
Feb 13, 2008 - Activated on "the list".
Nov 5, 2008 - Received living donor transplant from my sister-in-law, Etta.
Nov 5, 2011 - THREE YEARS POST TRANSPLANT!  :D
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« Reply #10 on: March 08, 2011, 12:08:20 PM »
If your husband has a fistula, then he is doing hemodialysis.

It does take time to find the right meds and the right dosages; it can try your patience.  But it is important to build a treatment plan that works for him.

Whidby Island...isn't that off the coast of NW Wash near Seattle?  Or am I mistaken?
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"Eggs are so inadequate, don't you think?  I mean, they ought to be able to become anything, but instead you always get a chicken.  Or a duck.  Or whatever they're programmed to be.  You never get anything interesting, like regret, or the middle of last week."
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