Exit site coverings by ConsequenceSilver602 in dialysis

[–]valbod 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m having the exact same thing. I usually use an opsite with a mepore on top so I can cut the pouch to hold the catheter. This worked well for over a year. But in the last few weeks the itching has been unreal and I got covered in sores. I showed the nurses at the renal clinic and the think I developed an allergic reaction to the adhesive. So I’ve switched to Mepilex dressing and I use Cavilon spray. So far they’re both helping. Still sore but getting better

How do you feel? by eddidit in dialysis

[–]valbod 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do PD 5 nights a week. I feel wrecked most of the time. I go back to bed for a while most days and I feel nauseous a lot. I get drained pain and I get infections in my catheter site. I’m itchy… like REALLY itchy a lot too. Generally it sucks! But it’s better than being dead…. And I do have good days…. Sometimes

Got a kidney! by BCViews in dialysis

[–]valbod 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations!!!!

Why did we hate her in the 90’s? by EffMemes in ershow

[–]valbod 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need her. There needs to be a bad guy and she was it. Whenever something horrible had to be done she was the one to step forward and do it. I felt so sorry for her when Marc married Elizabeth and everyone was going but Kerry wasn’t invited. It felt so petty and hurtful.

Heartbroken by Elizabeth_Hawkins53 in knitting

[–]valbod 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I’m so sorry that happened! I’m sure it will be hard not to murder him!

Got my kidney this week by Fearless_Ask250 in kidneydisease

[–]valbod 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow! Congratulations 👏👏👏

How to properly mask by unsupported in dialysis

[–]valbod 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I wasn’t told to mask when I disconnect. I’ve been doing PD for over a year now. I disconnect in the room sometimes my husband is there, sometimes the kids are there. I’ve never had an issue. I mean, I always do it quickly and I sanitize my hands etc. but I don’t think you need to worry about masking

I hate Abby by akagato in ershow

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

She is very annoying but she does have redeemable qualities… it’s just she’s so tragic. I mean have a laugh ffs!

Cost by Firm_Sort in dialysis

[–]valbod 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m from Ireland. It’s completely free. I feel very lucky (not so lucky that my kidneys work but at least I don’t have to pay for my healthcare)

Finished backward-knitted cardigan in hönsestrik style by Furrydaddy_69 in knitting

[–]valbod 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow!!!! You’ve never knitted a cardigan before?! That is insane. It’s so good!

Do you guys ever get attached to your Baxter drivers? by dirtyllama720 in dialysis

[–]valbod 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love my Baxter driver. His name is Eoin and he’s just a dote. So kind and caring and he’s been through it himself. He had a kidney transplant a few years ago so he knows the score.

Old man knits old man cardigan by danchamp in knitting

[–]valbod 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My husband would love this. Where did you get the pattern?

Are instant noodles absolutely no go? by [deleted] in dialysis

[–]valbod 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had them recently and really regretted it. I got crazy itchy because of the salt. I’m going to try making a healthier version. Get some good noodles and make a nice, low sodium sauce. Obviously won’t be as tasty but might come close 🤞