Hey all!
We went in to see the surgeon. He said things look great! He still doesn't want Scott to drive or lift over 15 pounds for the rest of the week (poor Raylee) but other than that, things look good.
After the surgeon we went to see the dialysis nurse. She was going to change the bandage, but said that everything looked so good that she is going to wait until Wednesday. We also found out that next week, Scott will go in for dialysis training Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. This to say...dialysis will start next week. The great thing about this is that Scott should start feeling awesome when dialysis starts. Not that he feels totally yucky right now, but we are starting dialysis before he has a chance to get really sick.
Thank you again for your thoughts and prayers!
Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully and shout for joy. -Psalm 33:3
Monday, January 30, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Surgery 1
Today Scott had his catheter placed for dialysis. Everything went great! A little nauseous on the way home (his wife the speed demon you know ;) ) Came home, sat on the couch and is now downing a bowl of soup and crackers. Yum! We go back in a week for our 1st checkup. As of right now, dialysis will start in 2 weeks.
Thank you all for your prayers and thoughts!
"For where two or three gather in my name, there I an with them." -Matthew 18:20
Thank you all for your prayers and thoughts!
"For where two or three gather in my name, there I an with them." -Matthew 18:20
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Step one on the journey...
Hey All!
Welcome to our new blog! We are starting this blog to update you on the goings on in the Garnand household...well...Scott's kidneys to be exact. In case you didn't know, Scott has been diagnosed with chronic renal failure. This means that his kidneys are progressively getting worse.
Back story:
When Scott was about 2 years old, it was discovered that he had a blockage that backed up and caused damage to his bladder and kidneys. Several surgeries later, he was presumed fine and led a pretty much normal life. In 2004, Scott was living in VA and was having problems with his eyes. They were blood shot and looked as if he had poison ivy. After visiting the ER, he found out that his kidney were failing. He was told that he would have to have a new kidney, or start dialysis in the next two years.
8 years later, we are now coming to a point where he will need to begin dialysis. Wednesday, we go in to have a catheter placed for home dialysis. Scott's father is planning on being a living donor for him. (Updates to come when we have them). There are several steps along the way, which is one reason for starting this blog.
We have been asked many times "What can I do to help?" Here is a list:
1. Pray - Pray for our family. As you can imagine, this is a very stressful time. Pray for level heads, healing, faith, finances and calmness. If you could make us a continual part of your prayer time, we will gladly appreciate it.
2. Don't be afraid to ask - I know this sounds silly, but don't skirt around a question. We may not be able to answer it right away, but believe me, sometimes it's just nice to talk. It also can help us think of things we may need to ask anyways.
3. Donate - (more to come soon).
Thank you for your love and support. As more information comes, we will let you know. Right now we're ready for a little normalcy to return. We can be reached through comments, facebook, thekidneybeanproject.gmail.com and by phone (for those who have numbers).
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord. "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
Welcome to our new blog! We are starting this blog to update you on the goings on in the Garnand household...well...Scott's kidneys to be exact. In case you didn't know, Scott has been diagnosed with chronic renal failure. This means that his kidneys are progressively getting worse.
Back story:
When Scott was about 2 years old, it was discovered that he had a blockage that backed up and caused damage to his bladder and kidneys. Several surgeries later, he was presumed fine and led a pretty much normal life. In 2004, Scott was living in VA and was having problems with his eyes. They were blood shot and looked as if he had poison ivy. After visiting the ER, he found out that his kidney were failing. He was told that he would have to have a new kidney, or start dialysis in the next two years.
8 years later, we are now coming to a point where he will need to begin dialysis. Wednesday, we go in to have a catheter placed for home dialysis. Scott's father is planning on being a living donor for him. (Updates to come when we have them). There are several steps along the way, which is one reason for starting this blog.
We have been asked many times "What can I do to help?" Here is a list:
1. Pray - Pray for our family. As you can imagine, this is a very stressful time. Pray for level heads, healing, faith, finances and calmness. If you could make us a continual part of your prayer time, we will gladly appreciate it.
2. Don't be afraid to ask - I know this sounds silly, but don't skirt around a question. We may not be able to answer it right away, but believe me, sometimes it's just nice to talk. It also can help us think of things we may need to ask anyways.
3. Donate - (more to come soon).
Thank you for your love and support. As more information comes, we will let you know. Right now we're ready for a little normalcy to return. We can be reached through comments, facebook, thekidneybeanproject.gmail.com and by phone (for those who have numbers).
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord. "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
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