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@oregongirl

I am in the dark with the kidneys. My Primary states most Seniors have Kidney failure. I am just hanging hoping all as Drs say. Do you know what your percentage was when your Dr started treatment,? To be honest I have a DNR in my file. I have already told Dr I do not wish to do Chemo. I believe he would still be totally honest with me.

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Jul 27, 2018

I was at 69% when the doctor first told me about it. Now I hover about 32%. Two years ago I had to retire from full time work due to lack of energy. I cannot be transplanted, as this kidney disease is my body attacking and shutting down my kidneys. So it will do it a transplant, also. I watch my weight, eat right, minimize stress, take blood pressure meds to keep that under control. A medical professional will not force you to do anything you do not want to do. My husband knows I have a DNR order on file, and understands what I want.

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