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    Quote Originally Posted by gilders View Post
    I am due to have a scan (August 18th) around the pelvis area to choose as suitable site for the new kidney. But, as always with me, there's a bit of a problem. The dye used for the scan has a risk of causing damage to kidneys. Usually this isn't a problem as it's a low risk (for healthy kidneys), or people are already on dialysis (the dye will be dialysed out), but for people with very poor function it's risky. I spoke to the radiologist who suggested I check with the dr who requested it, but warned that it may be necessary for the transplant to go ahead.
    My latest blood tests have also shown a drop in function from 13% to 11%.

    Ok, I am not going to lie: The ups and downs of this post had me clicking to the next page as quickly as possible just to see what happened next. I really do truly wish the best for you. I hope all goes well and it can all be worked out.

    Good on you for keeping the conversation going and fighting the fight as well as you have!

    -Matt

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mattieus View Post
    Ok, I am not going to lie: The ups and downs of this post had me clicking to the next page as quickly as possible just to see what happened next. I really do truly wish the best for you. I hope all goes well and it can all be worked out.

    Good on you for keeping the conversation going and fighting the fight as well as you have!
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    Thanks Matt.
    I can't wait for the day that I can update this saga with the words "Surgery went well and I'm already feeling like I have more energy"
    Diagnosed April 1995

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    I had a Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Test last week and alpha fetoprotein blood test.
    Got a phone call yesterday saying that all tests are now complete and transplant can go ahead. I will have one final Multi Discipline Team meeting within the next few weeks where I will be given an actual date for the transplant. The transplant itself will be done end of Feb/beginning of March!
    I've been told similar before and delays have happened, but I'm quite certain that it will go ahead this time.
    Diagnosed April 1995

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    Merry Christmas, Pete!! The best gift ever!! Hoping all goes well with the surgery and speedy recovery!!
    Pete
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    Best wishes for the Holidays and a successful operation.
    Knowledge is power! Wisdom is using it to make good decisions!

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    Yay! Congratulations! Best Christmas present ever!!


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    I haven't been on here for a long time,but had to read up on whats been happening with you. Soooo glad the transplant is on and will keep you in my prayers that there are no further delays and all goes great... Merry Christmas
    Life isn't about how you survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain !

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    Pete this sounds amazing
    Bring on 2019 and a successful transplant.

    I hope all goes well
    Keep Smiling
    Michelle


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    Thank you all for your positive comments.
    After all the set backs and delays, I think I'll only really believe it's going to happen once they've give me an actual date when I see them within a few weeks.

    I'll update as soon as I get a date.
    Diagnosed April 1995

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    Sounds like it is a GO! Weggies around the world are cheering you on. I am sending positive thoughts and prayers that this time it happens.
    Masha

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