One step forward, two steps back

I’ve been feeling really encouraged this week. I had lab work Monday and called in Wednesday for the results, and was pleasantly surprised that my creatinine had gone down slightly (8.9 to 8.81). I also went to see the general surgeon who would put in the dialysis port when and if it becomes necessary. I was encouraged to find out that it won’t be as restrictive as I feared. I won’t be able to swim, but it’s a little cold for that anyways. I’m been sleeping well, and with the exception of Tuesday morning, I’ve been feeling great. Plus, tonight Chase is taking me on a date to see “The Music of Michael Jackson” in OKC.

Then I got a call from the hospital this afternoon, and the insurance problem from last week is not “going to be fine” after all.

Kidney Transplant Update

 

It’s been a discouraging week. After a month without lab work and doctors appointments (due to the holiday season), I went to the doctor on Tuesday. Unfortunately, though I still feel really great most of the time, my kidneys are on the decline. My creatinine went from 7.8 to 8.9. Eek! My doctor said that I should definitely be feeling more symptoms than I do, so I am definitely praising God for how He is sustaining my energy and stamina. However, it’s almost certain that I won’t make it to the transplant without doing dialysis. Next week, I have an appointment with the surgeon who will put in the PD dialysis catheter when it comes time. I need to do weekly lab work and biweekly appointments with my doctor from here on out. So each week, we’ll ask the question again “Is it time yet?”