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Introduction => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: louis33025 on February 24, 2009, 08:19:26 PM

Title: Hello Everyone
Post by: louis33025 on February 24, 2009, 08:19:26 PM

My name is Lou and I live in South Florida. I am 56 years young. I have ESRD like many of you. I receive dialysis 3 times a week at an outpatient clinic.

My journey started about 2 years ago when I was told that I had "Retroperitoneal Fibrosis". This fibrosis mass attacked my kidneys and after fighting the good fight for over a yea, it basicly destryoed my kidneys. After quite a few months in and out of the hospital, it was time for dialysis. I have been going to dialysis since July 2008.

Now, I actually feel great, (knock on wood)r. I just moved into an apartmrnt with my 2 dogs. Getting my indepedance back is fantastic.

Well, take care everyone     louisnardelli@hotmail.com

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: cookie2008 on February 24, 2009, 08:35:39 PM

Hi Lou and welcome.

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: Bajanne on February 24, 2009, 09:00:35 PM

Welcome to our community, Lou!  You have come to the right place.  This is just the place for information, support, and even some fun.  You will find that this site can be a real weapon as you deal with this renal challenge.   That is what has been for me.  You see, this is much more than a website - it is a genuine family, caring and sharing. :grouphug;  Just continue to read and continue to post, and you will see.
Looking forward to hearing more from you.



Bajanne, Moderator

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: Joe Paul on February 24, 2009, 10:54:56 PM

Welcome  Lou , good to have you aboard.

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: willieandwinnie on February 25, 2009, 04:32:43 AM

:welcomesign; Lou. We are glad that you joined us and hope to hear more from you. We are loaded with information and support. Please post often.  :cuddle;

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: Tinah1968 on February 25, 2009, 04:45:19 AM

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: paul.karen on February 25, 2009, 05:24:42 AM

:waving;

Hello Lou

Nice to have you at IHD.
Hope to see you on many of the threads.

Glad to hear you are feeling good and got your Independence back :2thumbsup;
P&K

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: drinkboy on February 25, 2009, 06:48:32 AM

Welcome to our site Lou.  Glad you found us and also that you are doing well.

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: louis33025 on February 25, 2009, 06:53:17 AM

Thank you all very much for the warm and friendly welcome.  I will talk to ya'll soon.  Lou (South Florida)

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: cat on February 25, 2009, 07:51:52 AM

 :welcomesign;  Lou, glad you are here!

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: peleroja on February 25, 2009, 08:38:05 AM

Hi, Lou, and welcome to the group.  I'm happy you're getting your independence back.  What a great feeling.  Hope to see more of your posts.

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: boxman55 on February 25, 2009, 07:44:57 PM

Welcome to IHD, Lou. Glad you joined us. We have a ton of information and a ton of fun people. Look forward to your posts


Boxman,Moderator

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: Ang on February 26, 2009, 03:31:11 PM

 :welcomesign; Lou

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: Dan.Larrabee on February 26, 2009, 09:23:45 PM

Hi Lou   :waving;

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: Zach on February 27, 2009, 07:43:34 AM

Welcome to our community!
 :beer1;

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: Romona on February 27, 2009, 05:27:23 PM

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: Wenchie58 on February 27, 2009, 08:22:32 PM

 :welcomesign; Lou...glad you could join us!

Title: Re: Hello Everyone
Post by: G-Ma on February 27, 2009, 10:16:26 PM

 :welcomesign;