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Twenty years ago I was treated with an antibiotic that damaged my kidneys. Within a couple of years of the antibiotics it was necessary for me to have dialysis treatments. After a couple of years my husband and I were trained to do the hemodialysis treatments and were able to perform them every other night at home.
I was put on a waiting list for a transplant. I was called a few years later to receive a cadaver kidney. I was transplanted but rejected that kidney before I left the hospital. I went back on dialysis. The next year my daughter gave me a kidney. I kept her generous gift for six years but had to stop taking the anti-rejection drugs when I developed Lymphoma caused by the drugs. Because I had to stop the drugs I lost the kidney. Again, I continued dialysis.
I went back to school and received a degree in Computer Sciences. I was hired by the County of San Diego. That was 13 years ago. I am still on dialysis at home and have been promoted several times. I am now a Principal Admin Analyst. I refuse to let this renal failure hold me back. By taking responsibility for my own health and with the true dedication of my husband and family, I have been able to stay off of disability and make a good life for my family. I have been "cancer-free" for 6 years. I now have 3 grown children, 4 grandchildren and 5 rescued dogs.
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You're an example of greatness and determination. Kudos to you dudette!
Posted over 3 years ago by Miguel M. from Arizona
I love this story and will share it with as many people as possible!
Posted over 4 years ago by Bob L. from Lousiville, Kentucky, USA
I loved your attitude of looking at cancer not as the end but as an obstacle in your path which needs to be overcome!
Posted over 4 years ago by Sunita from
Nice!~
Posted over 4 years ago by Arvin M. from Cebu City, Philipines
What a marvelous attitude! You are definitely a winner. Your life gives so much hope to anyone with a disability. You've climbed your own Mt. Everest and the view is great!
Posted over 4 years ago by Barbara M. from Utah, USA
My sister suffers from diabetes and is on dialysis 3 times a week. She vacillates between getting a transplant and not getting a transplant. I will certainly share your story with her. You're an inspiration!
Posted over 4 years ago by Esther T. from Washington, DC USA
The only thing that I can say the world needs is people like you who have great determination.
Posted over 4 years ago by Katrelnada from Egypt
What a determined person you are! You have a wonderful family to support you.
Posted over 4 years ago by Gomal from India
Such real life positive affirmations are to be passed on to all so that they can also get inspired.
Posted over 4 years ago by Betterlife from India
NICE
Posted almost 5 years ago by SHADRACH f from
Highly Inspirational!!! Whoever reads your story will stop complaining about small problems which we face in life and proceed with determination...
Posted almost 5 years ago by Revathy from India
Excellent! Keep working. Never quit, and forget about Disability!
Posted almost 5 years ago by Steve M from LA
happy to know your story. I had the same situation as yours. Never surrender to your disease even though that's cancer, and you will still have the right to see this beautiful world!
Posted almost 5 years ago by dat lekhac from hcmc vietnam