going for a second opinion

ctravel12 · Post by **ctravel12** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 1:00 am

I posted earlier that I went to see a kidney specialist here in town twice and found out that I do definitely have a kidney disease. As I had stated before both of my kidneys are functioning at only 40% and according to the specialist here in town he said it would not go any higher as they are shrunked and has been for a long time.

I said a prayer to God the other night to show me a sign if I should get a second opinion. He does work in strange and wonderful ways. The next morning I was going to a luncheon meeting and just before I left my sister called me and suggested that I go for a second opinion and told her that I would think about. Then all of a sudden it hit me that God just answered my prayer. I have four (4) sisters and they all told me that I should get a second opinion and so did my friends.

Well, I called the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Az. and have an appt. on the 29th of Jan at 8am. I have to be there by 7am so we will be leaving on Sunday. I originally set it for Friday, Jan 26th but felt with it being the weekend it would be best to go on a Monday as they said I may have to stay overnight.

I picked up all of my info from the specialist in town and will take it with us

I will keep you all updated on what they find out.

I am asking you again if you can please keep me in your prayers. One minute I am fine and the next I am crying. My dh asked me last night what he could do for me and my response is "Just be with me and support me and that he does do" I am very grateful for that and also for this wonderful group.

Thanks for listening to me.

Post by **ViewsAskew** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 2:05 am

A second opinion is definitely important. Sounds like you don't even have to wait long, which is great.

ctravel12 · Post by **ctravel12** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 3:56 am

Ann, I was really happy that they could take me that soon. I did explain the complete situation which I am sure had a good bearing on it.

brandy · Post by **brandy** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 3:06 pm

Charlene,
I have your appointment written in my calendar and I will be praying for you between now and then and especially then. I will be with you in spirit and will be anxiously awaiting word from the doctor. I'm sorry that you are struggling with this problem. Please let me know if I can do anything for you, dear friend.

ctravel12 · Post by **ctravel12** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 4:28 pm

Brandy
Thank you for such a lovely post. Just being there and knowing you are praying for me is all that I need. You are such a sweet and dear friend and will definitely keep you posted on what the dr says. I am not sure if I have to stay over a night; however they did inform me that I may have to stay over which is no problem.

I am so fortunate to have such wonderful friends and family on this board. I cannot thank you enough.

Take care my friend and am happy to hear about your changes of jobs. You will do just fine as you are very strong and you will shine like the sun. I am also glad that you have a gentlemen that is treating you like a lady which you certainly deserve.

Neco · Post by **Neco** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 7:33 pm

I am not a religious man, but I will be pulling for you

ctravel12 · Post by **ctravel12** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 9:34 pm

Hi Zach
You do not have to be religious to be a good person. God does not judge you. He loves you no matter what.. Thank you for the nice post and really appreciate any help I can get no matter how. Thanks again Zach.

Walking After Midnight · Thu Jan 11, 2007 10:17 pm

I'm pulling for you too Charlene...God Bless You.

Mayo will get right down to the bottom of it and fix you up, so you're gonna be in good hands.

Prayers and good wishes to you Charlene...

Randy

ctravel12 · Post by **ctravel12** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 1:06 am

Randy
Thank you very much. I really appreciate everyone pulling for me. I know that it is in God's hands and he will take care of me.

I thank God for this site and all of the wonderful friends that I have made. It really is one huge family. Love you all.

Will keep you all updated on this.

Thanks again and have a wonderful evening.

Rubyslipper · Post by **Rubyslipper** » Sat Jan 13, 2007 8:50 pm

Hey Charlene sweetie, hang in there. I'm so glad you are going for this second opinion. Please be sure to tell them about your RLS also. It may seem like something to shove off to the side but it could be that if you are having kidney problems, the RLS could be a symptom. I think you need to let them know everything that is going on with you health-wise. We are all here for you. Be careful in your travels and let us know as soon as you can what you find out.

ctravel12 · Post by **ctravel12** » Sat Jan 13, 2007 9:13 pm

Rubyslipper thanks for the wonderful post. I am so fortunate to have all of you on the board pulling for me. Sometimes I try to keep it all together but than I find myself sitting and crying and falling apart. Between my dh, sisters and all of you, I know that I will do better. I do have alot of faith and that has pulled me though alot of things in the past.

Thanks for mentioning rls as I am getting together notes to take Mayo and all the help that everyone gives me is really appreciated.

I will definitely keep everyone posted on what is happening.l

Thanks again and am glad that your doing better too.

becat · Post by **becat** » Sat Jan 13, 2007 10:22 pm

Hello to all,
Charlene you've got me in your corner as well. I've put you on the list and in my moon.
Ruby is so right about letting them knoe up front your a RLSer, they need to know that you are (not in a bad way, but what I tell them is) "a special needs patient", it gets the attentions of people quicky.
I have a plan B for you if you get nervous....... in fact, just to make it fun plan A. Print out everything you can and entertain yourself by educating everyone you come in contact with, about RLS. LOL

Keep your mind busy, review your own knowledge, and give you a subject to talk to new the ones working with you......right down to the Xray guy.
You know I love you and know that your ready to meet this one head on. Yes, Cry every so often to keep your balance, it is ok and relieves stress.
Hugs Love and the moon,
Lynne

jan3213 · Post by **jan3213** » Sat Jan 13, 2007 10:29 pm

Hey Charlene--

I'm so anxious for you to go to Mayo's. I am so very glad you're getting another opinion---you have time and it never hurts. Besides, maybe the docs at Mayo can find out why this is happening to your kidneys.

I loved Becat's advice about keeping yourself and your mind busy---educating everyone about RLS. I can't think of a better person!

You take care, hang in there, and just feel the love we all have here for you!

Great BIG HUGS
Jan

ctravel12 · Post by **ctravel12** » Sun Jan 14, 2007 3:00 am

Hi Lynne and Jan ]
Thanks for the posts and the good advise. I will do that as I know I can hlep other people feel welcome and even able to help someone.

Thanks again.

tazzer · Post by **tazzer** » Mon Jan 15, 2007 12:40 am

hey you got that appt soon because you prayed and i know that i have had you in prayers too. i am so glad you are getting a second opinion. Faith is a wonderful thing. I have faith that you are gonna come through this with flying colors. you hang tough charlene and i am so glad your hubby is there for you.

dee

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