Well it's over the hump day, and here I sit at home working. I don't recall ever being thankful on here about the ability to continue working by means of remote access, but I truly am thankful. When this situation (kidney failure) first occurred I had concerns about how I would be able to continue to contribute to the family. Fortunately, I work in a role where it isn't necessary for me to physically occupy space at the office. This freedom has allowed me to continue working, along with the flexibility to attend various doctor appointments throughout the month (which can be numerous, especially with the transplant program).
So, it's been about five months since I went under the knife. It seems like it's been much longer. When I think back on the stress and anxiety leading up to the surgery, it seems sort of silly. I think this situation has really matured me in a way I never expected possible. I now have no problem getting my blood drawn, in the past I have my wife hold my hand during lab test. Now the idea of surgery does not bother me, I actually look forward to my next time on the table to receive a good kidney. This is absolutely amazing to me hear that come from me...before I was diagnosed the thought of surgery repulsed me. But, my PD placement experience was flawless without any complications. The test fill and drain in the hospital was textbook. From what I can remember post surgery pain was very limited, in fact I was up walking around 2-3 days out of the hospital ( with the use of some pretty good pain meds ).
Oh, I wanted to tell Suzann to hang in there and keep her husband in good spirits. I found the most difficult issue to manage is the mental component. The best advise I can provide is to not allow him to feel depressed for long periods of time. The longer I live with this condition, the better I am able to cope with the changes that have happened in my life. I still have bad days both mentally and sometimes physically, but I feel fortunate to still be here and able to look forward to better days.
Speaking of my health...I recently have experienced dips in my energy levels thought out the day. Could be my diet, or maybe I need to workout...whatever be the case I'm working on building more stamina.
I think that's all folks...until next time.
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I am so proud of you and the trasformation you have made since we found out about all of this. Keep writing as I believe your message is good for you to express your feelings as well as a benefit to others who may walk a similiar path. Be encouraged about living and always know that Marlee and I support you and love you 100%!!!
...If you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you shall say unto this mountain, move to yonder place; and it shall move and nothing shaell be impossible unto you!! (matthew 17:20)
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