Dialysis

Well, it is pretty much a sure thing that John is going to require dialysis. They are going to put a temporary line in tomorrow so that it is there right away. Now we have to make a decision as to which type of dialysis he will want to have for the long term. The nice thing is that there are choices and he does not have to go into a clinic to have it done but can do it at home which means that he will be able to have more freedom.

The first type is standard in clinic hemodialysis which is done about every three days in a clinic. The second type is peritoneal dialysis. This is done at home. This takes a couple of weeks to learn. The third type is home hemodialysis which takes much more training probably up to eight weeks . We are kind of thinking of trying the peritoneal dialysis. It is reversible. We don't have to stay with it if John hates it. They are quite willing to get that set up and by the time we go home we should be pros.

I also want to thank everybody for all their heartfelt thoughts and prayers. It means a lot to both of us and really gives us a boost. We are doing alright and will get through this and learn to adjust. We are keeping our eyes on the big picture and that is to have a successful transplant. That is the most important thing.