scot47

The Kidney Specialist has advised me that Dialysis is the best solution for my kidney problems. I was offered the choice between peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis. I have opted for the second and the will mean Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the local hospital Kidney Unit. No more exotic travelling for me !


Anyone else on this. I have found a FB pal in Berlin who gets the same and find he has some useful tips.

michali

Sorry I cannot advise on this Scot, but just wishing you well.

Editha

Yes, a bummer. I'm sorry to hear this. I hope at least that the dialysis keeps you well. Any chance of a kidney transplant?

Perth

No knowledge but also wishing you well.

scot47

Other medical "issues" make it unlikely that I will get a transplant. Maybe if I were an alcoholic ex-footballer instead of a reformed alcoholic and ex-teacher !

aries

Is the treatment a permanent fixture, or can your condition improve enough for it to stop or at least be reduced? I don't know anything about these things even though I have one kidney not performing as well as it should.

scot47

Unless you go for a transplant, dialysis will be for the rest of your life. Two types - peritoneal, where you use a bag to remove and replace fluid in the abdomen. Other method is hemodialysis, where you are hooked up to a machine which filters the blood for a few hours.


Technique was developed in wartime Netherlands. I knew nothing until I was told I needed the treatment.

spouse of scouse

I love how much medical science can do for us now, so much to be thankful for. Best wishes for your treatment Scott, may it enable you to live long and happy!

fulwood

I can't add anything other than to wish you well.

scot47

Before I get hooked up and have restrictions on travels I am away to that Monument at Glenfinnan. Whether or not I swear Allegiance to Charles Edward Stuart is as yet undecided.


http://www.nts.org.uk/Property/Glenfinnan-Monument/

fulwood

It's in a gorgeous setting..

mikelincs

At least the modern machines are small and compact, and they can be installed in the home as well

scot47

IF I am going to be hooked up to a machine that siphons off my blood, filters it and returns it into my body, I think I would be happier doing it under close medical supervision. I will get it done in hospital !

Jerseygirl

Sorry to hear of your condition Scot. All the very best.

Gozit

Good luck Scot... So, you are back in the UK now... I thought you were in Aus, then Canada... Hope you stay healthy and keep visiting us on BE!