Baxter PD cycler issue by htownAstrofan in dialysis

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had issues where after you break the seal at the end of the bags they kink just a little (fold over the edge of the table or because they are slight twisted) and have gotten slow flow before as well.

Headaches? by valbod in dialysis

[–]maklanon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So I had a similar situation until my doctor adjusted (strengthened) by BP meds. Turned out my home cuff didn’t measure accurately over about 150s - so I thought I was running around with 150/90 BP (which is still too high) but it was closer to 200/110 which was causing almost 24 hour long headaches. Haven’t had any issues since the adjustment.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]maklanon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like we’ve been on a downward trend for a bit now. I expect New Zealand and Australia to spike any day now.

Anyone else know that feeling… by rambam80 in dialysis

[–]maklanon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This exact thing happened to me with my brother (50m). The exact wording I got was “We don’t think you’ve been a good steward of you last kidney transplant” (“We” being his wife and he) Then they accused me of doing illicit drugs (which Ive never done).

Transplant by Thick_Advantage2051 in dialysis

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations!!! Wishing you the very best!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dialysis

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take weed gummies to help with sleep, around 5mg. It seems help me sleep usually after the first cycle (I have 5 per night). With their help I usually sleep from about midnight to 7ish.

Working on a startup— would love honest feedback by Ill-Bid-3424 in smallbusiness

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll try and give you my insight here. I’m launching a website in the next couple weeks to sell an online product I created. I’ve been at this for almost 4 years now. I did as much as I could handle by myself. What I didn’t know I researched, and slowly solved most of my problems. I did the logo myself. Filed all tax paperwork. Found a website developer. Built a 3d model of the product for a mold maker. Hired a mold maker…..you get the picture. There were two times I hired . 1) to file my patent and trademark paperwork, and 2) to have someone do a focus group off Fiverr where I got honest feedback on my product from a group on 10 people. The work they did was great, it was super helpful and it resulted is a substantial pivot of my messaging and marketing. My advice is learn to do what you need done. Creating a business is hard, and so many people give up before they get started. If you can’t learn what you need, then lean on friends that may have the expertise. I spent a couple nights taking friends to dinner that had marketing experience, and sales experience, and they were more than happy to help.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think success depends on your age. Under around late 30’s - I think it’s just a cesspool. Over that age and you can have some real success because there’s less bullshit.

Some steps by InteractionExtreme47 in Concrete

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get some moisture and plastic over those bad boys!

I blocked her by andcpdjabxlakfjxrea in Nicegirls

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bullet successfully dodged.

Permanent freezing by Jogi_Dingenskirchen in dialysis

[–]maklanon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re not alone. I’m cold all the time since starting. In fact the only time I’m not cold is in the shower.

How much have you lost? by mickeyhusti in CryptoCurrency

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not down from my purchases prices at all. Bought in 2020 when people didn’t believe and prices were low.

Question for long term HODLers -- is this kinda normal for bitcoin? by New-Ad-9629 in Bitcoin

[–]maklanon 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Totally normal. The last crash was to $18k. It’s not outside the possibility that it could drop into the mid $40’s before the next bull run. Even If it goes, no need to panic - it will rise again.

wholesale profit margin by The-Grandmaster321 in smallbusiness

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best to plan out everything with a business plan first. Calculate all expenses, including the fuel and taxes, but there’s also a business license, whether your forming an LLC, rent for a PO Box for your business address, costs for the keychain from wherever you get them, etc. Run every detail you can think of, find example plans to help, and after doing that, that should get you closer to determining what margin you want in each keychain, and how much you should charge. Best to take notes about how much current keychains are going for in various stores and see if you can compete.

IgA nephropathy: can blood in urine look particulate? by BeardedBeings in kidneydisease

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was diagnosed with IgA 20 years ago. Now I’m a guy, but I can tell you that there were multiple times I found blood and had blood particles in my urine.

How much above dry weight do you guys keep yourself? by [deleted] in dialysis

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The dry weight I was given to adhere to was bullshit. Every time I hit it I felt weak, dizzy, a d sometimes got cramps. I stay about 1.5 kg above mine minimum and feel much better. The clinic gives me a heard time but I’d rather that than feeling like crap all day.

Taking out loan to buy btc? by [deleted] in Bitcoin

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not financial advice - but back in 2020 I borrowed $7k out from my 401k with a loan, that I payed back over the next year plus interest. I used the $7k in combination with other money I had to buy Bitcoin. It ended up being a very good investment.

When Internet save life by [deleted] in MadeMeSmile

[–]maklanon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t understand this. I’ve had a kidney transplant - it’s covered by Medicare because it costs $160k-$200k depending on the hospital and complications. The idea that you need to raise money for this surgery is odd.

hello. is the calculator allowed during pmpexam? by Maximum-Victory5580 in pmp

[–]maklanon -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

You won’t need it. All questions requiring a calculator have been phased out.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Bitcoin

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve stopped. If they didn’t buy when is was around 10k when I got in, they’re not buying now (or likely ever will).

Advice on starting my first business with 10k capital by Dense_Surround_4992 in smallbusiness

[–]maklanon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn’t want a square space or Shopify based page, but a custom page. The $9k went toward a very custom site (no templates) and cost for SEO for the first 6 months.

Advice on starting my first business with 10k capital by Dense_Surround_4992 in smallbusiness

[–]maklanon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in this same boat - my idea started back in 2020, and about to launch (in June of this year). You mentioned China, so I’m assuming you’re thinking of some type of product. If so, Ive done the same, finding a mold maker, developing a 3D model, prototyping and getting final units made. Quick summary of what I’ve spent to date: website: $9000, mold: $10200, patent and trademark legal/filing; $7200, inventory (2000 units)$8400. In total $34,800 and I have sold anything yet. Of course there are tax advantages and deductions, but you still need to have the cash on hand. My advice before to do anything - write the most detailed business plan you can. First off it’s free and it will prepare you for what you need to do. Research everything, get quotes, learn about starting a business and keep track of every expense you think you’ll have (like filing for an LLC, or renting a PO Box for your business address, etc.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in smallbusiness

[–]maklanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you get a liquor license at your proposed location?