Kidney update

thanks for all your prayers and support! They sent me home monday afternoon, I was in some PAIN!! I was happy at first because i was finally peeing like crazy (even if it was straight blood) and the water i have been retaining is going down somewhat. But by yesterday my out put went way down again I drank 200 oz of water, and only out putted like 12 oz. I am calling the doc this morning, cuz it seems crazy. I wish they'd take this kidney out, but the dr said he don't want to. I said it's my body, i want it out, and that didn't matter. I told my mom to get lots of ice, fill the bath tub up and cut away, she said nah not such a good idea. LOL

ahh tanya I was hoping to hear all good news from ya! I kinda gotta agree with Mom on this one! that kidney should stay, they should JUST fix it! I hope you are resting and healing! hugs nic 291/161/150

Talked with the dr today, i go in tomorrow, and he said keep track of all the blood i am passing, and keep drinking water. My temp comes and goes. I am just so upset cuz i am bloating, and i feel like i lost all this weight in vain, cuz i am bloating and looking like the stay puff marshmellow chick. poke me please!!!!

Don't worry about the bloating. That has no real effect on your weight loss. But do take care of yourself. If need be, get a second opinion from another urologist. Try some lite cranberry juice--might help. Keep us posted--we are thinking about you! Joy

Tanya, I'm a little late in responding, but glad things have improved somewhat. Your mom is right, if you can save th Kidney, It's worth it in the long run. You might try upping your B-12, not only will it give you more energy, it will help with the bloating feeling. I take 2500Mg a day sometimes more & HAVE LOST 10 LBS IN THE LAST 2 WEEKS ALL SINCE I started taking more b-12. I also moved by myself(left idiot boyfriend) but I think it's the B-12. Good luck in feeling lots better soon. Marilyn, the Bearlady