Yesterday, we left Greenville at 3:30am for our 2-week checkup in Charleston, and were back home by 2:30pm. Needless to say, I aced the exam! My creatinine level is down to 1.4, which is in the range the doctors are looking for, and indicates the new kidney is working well. They did mention that my white blood cell count is still high, indicating that there is an “intruder” in my body (the new kidney!). That’s why I’m taking extreme precautions against infection. But they were very pleased with all the other results. The other good news is that the staples have been removed, which is great since that was the most uncomfortable part. So now I can walk and move better, and I think I’ll be back to normal soon.
Many people have asked if I notice a difference since the surgery, and my first thought is that there was no choice: Either a kidney transplant or go on dialysis. But yes, I feel more energetic, and I’m so glad I don’t have diet restrictions. Being on a low-potassium, low-phosphorous diet meant giving up so many things that are good and good for you, but that’s over now! And I want to thank the two who made it possible: God and Joe!
Thank you to all our dear friends for all the prayers, thoughts, notes, cards, Masses, and concerns that you have offered for Joe and I. We are true believers in the power of prayer; we live by that rule. Thank you! Thank you!
To my Christian friends, don’t forget that Pope Francis has called for a special day of fasting and prayer for world peace from 1pm to 7pm tomorrow (Saturday, September 7). Join in for special blessings!
Marta
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