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Comment on Poverty: One of the Causes of Death of Dialysis Patients by nsmorado

nsmorado — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:19:46 +0000

i think you were referring to peritoneal treatment. and as far as i know NKTI (national kidney institute) is offering that kind of treatment. better check out with the institution so they can give you information and training on how to do about it.

best regards,
nsmorado

Comment on Do Patients Ever Get Tired of Dialysis? by Julius

Julius — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 03:18:03 +0000

Hi! Thanks for taking the time to read my blog. Yes, there are numbers of facilities here that offers quality treatment nowadays. Mostly for those who can afford, at any rate. For those who cannot, there are still ways to support the required treatment.

It’s a matter of preference, and I can understand your mother’s wishes to return here. But on the practical side, staying there is more logical. Either way, you support and love is what matters most, and what really counts.

Keep it up and good luck!

Comment on Poverty: One of the Causes of Death of Dialysis Patients by Julius

Julius — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 03:11:14 +0000

Hi! Thanks for dropping by. I don’t know any institution that offers this kind of training for sure, but you could always inquire. The Nat’l Kidney & Transplant Inst. (NKTI) might be a good starting point.

Comment on Do Patients Ever Get Tired of Dialysis? by jennie

jennie — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 05:42:57 +0000

I appreciate your blog and the ensuing comments.It has given me some sense of security knowing that my parents and especially my mother’s healthcare will be in good hands.

My parents (in their 80s) are insisting upon returning home to the Philippines. My mother just started dialysis in December 2011 here in the states but they want to be in their own home. I am relieved to hear that there are quality dialysis options for her in the Philippines (probably at Dasmarinas, De La Salle Medical Centre) until we can convince them to come back to the states where family members can be closer and more helpful and the costs are more reasonable since she has Medicare.

I will continue to worry about them and especially her but they have the right to live their lives the way they want to. No matter what their children want.

Comment on Poverty: One of the Causes of Death of Dialysis Patients by tessa

tessa — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 03:32:34 +0000

My husband is also a ESRD patient and having dialysis twice a week. we heard about the home dialysis treatment and we’re quiet interested to try it. Does anyone of you knows any institution or hospital in Philippines offering a training for this? your information is highly appreciated.

Comment on Poverty: One of the Causes of Death of Dialysis Patients by Julius

Julius — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 01:47:25 +0000

Hi! Your patient is in the Philippines, right? Try applying for assistance to PCSO. They provide long term assistance for dialysis patients, as long as you complete their needed requirements and pass their interview. Also, there is Philhealth.

Thanks for visiting my blog.

Comment on Do Patients Ever Get Tired of Dialysis? by Julius

Julius — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 01:44:17 +0000

That’s the spirit. Ganito talaga ang buhay nating mga dialysis patient. We get to experience first hand how it it is to literally live each day of our existence, simply because we don’t know for sure what’s in store for us everytime we go into treatment. But like I said over and over again in my posts here – you have to be strong, not just for the ones you love, but mainly for yourself. That strength you’ll hold in yourself will radiate outside and surely the people around you will feel it.

Don’t ever lose hope and always have faith in life. Believe me, this will pull you through.

Thanks for dropping by and reading my blog.

Comment on Poverty: One of the Causes of Death of Dialysis Patients by Julius

Julius — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 01:31:21 +0000

Hi! Thanks for dropping by and reading my blog, i’m glad you like it. No, I haven’t tried any transplant yet, and does not have any future plans about it. Having an AV Fistula done is just like any minor operation, it’s anesthesized so you won’t feel a thing. After the anesthesia wears out, well that’s a different matter altogether.

Comment on Blogging Hiatus by jona

jona — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:39:48 +0000

i considered having kidney transplant, however my doctor’s advise was to continue having dialysis treatment since i am stable with that. risking my life to transplant is another story to and the cost of life time medicine after that made me to think and have second thoughts. i’ve heard patients have transplanted and after barely 3months the new kidney failed. and so i thought: what really now? so going 6 years now u can say i chose the doctor’s advise – to continue dialysis. the only important in our treatment is to stick to schedule (don’t absent), take to your prescribed medicines (don’t missed them) and watch your diet.. Grace to Us..

Comment on Do Patients Ever Get Tired of Dialysis? by jona

jona — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:25:56 +0000

hi julius! your blog really is an inspiration. i’m also a dialysis patient going 6 years now. i was diagnosed year 2006 and i was only 25. so i can really relate to your story, i get depressed and admitted in the ICU on my 6th month of dialysis due to self denial and lack of discipline. after that painful (i thought it was my end – got an edema) and costly 5 days admission that i have realized my situation without fully acceptance of one’s body will be harder and stressful to carry. and so after that realization, i started to diet (limit my fluid intake, less pork, salts, preserves, etc.), i researched and read articles about our condition and shared my experiences to other patients. up until now, when i see new young patients being admitted, i feel sad, however at the same it gives me strength to help them in all i can to give them tips, ideas and handouts about our condition. dialysis is not an end. rather is the start of our second life. yes second life for without these genius machines we won’t be here now and sharing our own stories. by the way it’s really heart warming sharing this to people i don’t know. to all who suffer and share the same condition just like us be strong guys and never – never let your faith go down. Keep the faith to wellness always strong and believe that He has a reason for why we have this.. Grace to Us..