It has been quite a while since I have posted a update. There is no way to thank everyone who has prayed for me and expressed kind words of support. It means more than you will ever know.
Today I went to see Dr. Falk, my nephrologist at UNC. My kidney function is currently 20%. The major concern at today's visit was my blood pressure. Since last November, I have been taking blood pressure medicine three times a day, but yet it has been fairly high. About a month ago, I began experiencing a "heavy" feeling in the top of my head. I checked my blood pressure at that time, and it was EXTREMELY high. Each day since then, I have experienced the same sensation. Showing Dr. Falk a log of readings was very helpful, because he was able to see what I have been experiencing. I will continue to take blood pressure medication three times a day, but the dosage of Lasix has been doubled as well as another blood pressure medication dosage increased.. Being on 160 mg. of Lasix during the day actually scares me. I am afraid I may need to put a port-a-potty in the corner of my classroom! He also told me the symptom of dry mouth will increase quite a bit. I literally drink all day long now because of dry mouth. If there is not an improvement in the next two weeks, I have to let him know. Please pray medication changes are successful in controlling my blood pressure.
He talked with me about the importance of finding a donor so I don't have to go on dialysis and wait 5 years for a deceased donor when the time comes for a transplant. Very shocking information he shared was that many patients on the transplant list have at least seven potential donors tested before finding a match. I am thankful to have a potential donor who should be tested in the next few weeks. If by chance you are considering becoming a donor, please call and talk with Amy Woodard, Living Donor Coordinator at 919-966-3079. Thank you.
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