I Hate Dialysis Message Board
Introduction => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: lauri on March 14, 2014, 08:13:03 PM
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Hey! My name is Lauri, im 32, and I live in south Texas. When I was 19 I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder called Goodpastures Syndrome. I started dialysis in november of 2001 and received a transplant in June 2006. Last September that kidney failed and I began dialysis again and am waiting for my 2nd transplant. Im.having a harder time emotionally dealing with dialysis than last time. I started antianxiety meds for dialysis days. Itry to stay positive but like all of us, I have bad days too. I hope to get to meet some people who understand me. Thanks!
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:welcomesign; Lauri! So sorry you are back on D. I can only imagine how difficult that must be after transplant. You will find lots of help here! I always find someone on IHD has experienced what I am going through, and knowing you are not alone is wonderful. Search the boards and see what you find or post a new thread with your questions. I cannot thank the members here enough for their help and encouragement. Best of luck to you as you repeat this process. You will get through it, and hopefully have your next transplant soon!
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Thank you angie. I'm so glad I found this site. I feel like I annoy my friends and family. Congratulations on your new fat kidney.
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Hi Laurie....
You're very :welcomesign; to IHD....
Visit and post often... We're always here for each other....
Look forward to seeing more of you....
Darth, Moderator...
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Heya! What part of south Texas? I'm from Dallas but have family down around Beaumont.
Hate to hear you're having a rough time. I have to say my second round of dialysis hit me harder too. When I had my first transplant I was warned that it would not last forever, but when I found myself sitting in a dialysis clinic again, I lost it. Big 'ol hissy fit - I think I scared them, lol. Trust me, it does get easier, and this community is a great support. If you need anything, just holler.
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Heya! What part of south Texas? I'm from Dallas but have family down around Beaumont.
Hate to hear you're having a rough time. I have to say my second round of dialysis hit me harder too. When I had my first transplant I was warned that it would not last forever, but when I found myself sitting in a dialysis clinic again, I lost it. Big 'ol hissy fit - I think I scared them, lol. Trust me, it does get easier, and this community is a great support. If you need anything, just holler.
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Yeah it's been emotionally harder...very much so. I haven't had a breakdown yet but I feel myself getting close. Physically im regressing back to where I was the first time around. I expected that. Thank you for being so nice to me
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:welcomesign; To the forum
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No problem! We all need others who know what it's like to be where we are - that's why we're here! Please feel free to PM me if there's anything I can do. And if you need to have a breakdown, take Disney's advice and " Let It Go!" You'll feel better after yelling for a bit. :boxing;
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Hello Laurie..., and welcome to IHD...
I also suffer from an autoimmune "disorder" in my case it is Systemic Lupus and ESRF...
... which also made my kidneys suffer during various flare-ups and now I am in pre-dialysis ESRF.... with an uncertain future...
I do hope you find lots of answers here on IHD and I wish you good luck...
Kristina.
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Hey! My name is Lauri, im 32, and I live in south Texas. When I was 19 I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder called Goodpastures Syndrome. I started dialysis in november of 2001 and received a transplant in June 2006. Last September that kidney failed and I began dialysis again and am waiting for my 2nd transplant. Im.having a harder time emotionally dealing with dialysis than last time. I started antianxiety meds for dialysis days. Itry to stay positive but like all of us, I have bad days too. I hope to get to meet some people who understand me. Thanks!
Hi Lauri and welcome you will like it here these are good people with good answers aswell hope you are feeling well :2thumbsup; :bandance;