Kidney Patient Guide

Hi, Like you said it is difficult to give an exact time frame. Blood tests can be done right away but with other more involved tests such as scans etc you are inevitably at the mercy of the appointment wait list. Also time may be affected by any possible problems a test may indicate. These unforseen...

Hi Amanda, I am sorry to learn about your antibody problems. Your high PRA right now is probably caused by your failed kidney and your pregnancy. However PRA levels can and do change. Time may cause them to lower. Your doctor may be able to give you more of an idea of a possible time frame. I have h...

Hi Anne, I'm glad to learn that Randy's surgery was successful though I am upset that the doctor did not give him a general. I have the philosophy that I don't want to know anything until it's all over! Torture is not my bag! I am so glad you had some left over pain killers because, in my opinion, e...

Hi Anne, I lived in MI for six years at SANG base. Loved it except for the winters! The "Michiganders" are among the friendliest people I have had the pleasure of knowing. I had a general when I had my catheter placed. My surgeon gives the choice of going home the same day or staying overn...

I loved the old board and the wonderful people. It was such a great help and encouragement. I am excited about this new board though it will take me a while to become familar with it. Computer illiterate and "old dog new tricks" situation! I was a regular visitor to the old board but only ...

Hi I'm Anne. Born and grew up in Scotland. Now living in Virginia near D.C. Had kidney disease for 52 years. On CAPD approx two years then received a living donor transplant from a friend. This generous gift was given in December so I am approx four plus months out. So far so good! My husband and I ...