Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Support Group
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a progressive, genetic disorder of the kidneys. It occurs in humans and other organisms. PKD is characterised by the presence of multiple cysts (polycystic) in both kidneys. The disease can also damage the liver, pancreas and rarely the heart and brain.
Hi everyone!
I wanted to let you all know my family here in MI has been doing a TON of fundraising for the PKD Foundation....we're going to the walk in Troy on Saturday and we have almost $900 raised.
I would like to ask you all to please pray, send good thoughts, light candles....whatever you're into for my 16 year old brother Brian.
He had his first visit to a nephrologist and learned that he will have to take blood pressure medication.
The doctor is concerned about how his heart sounds too so he ordered an EKG and he's waiting to see what his kidney function is.
My little brother, just like me, has uncountable cysts on both kidneys but thankfully he doesn't experience pain like I do.
His name is Brian and he seems to be adjusting ok....he does his best to stay positive and we look out for each other even if it's only via email and phone since he still lives in Florida.
My family has gone through so much with this disease but I am so glad that we are spreading awareness and raising money to get closer to a cure.
I hope you're all doing well.....sorry I don't get on much anymore...each day grows harder and harder but I know I'll get through it.
Much love and sparkles,
Jenny
I wanted to let you all know my family here in MI has been doing a TON of fundraising for the PKD Foundation....we're going to the walk in Troy on Saturday and we have almost $900 raised.
I would like to ask you all to please pray, send good thoughts, light candles....whatever you're into for my 16 year old brother Brian.
He had his first visit to a nephrologist and learned that he will have to take blood pressure medication.
The doctor is concerned about how his heart sounds too so he ordered an EKG and he's waiting to see what his kidney function is.
My little brother, just like me, has uncountable cysts on both kidneys but thankfully he doesn't experience pain like I do.
His name is Brian and he seems to be adjusting ok....he does his best to stay positive and we look out for each other even if it's only via email and phone since he still lives in Florida.
My family has gone through so much with this disease but I am so glad that we are spreading awareness and raising money to get closer to a cure.
I hope you're all doing well.....sorry I don't get on much anymore...each day grows harder and harder but I know I'll get through it.
Much love and sparkles,
Jenny
I LOVE your "love and SPARKLES"! What a great attitude you have! Sending you and Brian wishes for many blessings and keeping you in my prayers--
keep us informed.
Best wishes to both your and Brian and the rest of your family. You have a such a positive attitude I'm sure it rubs off on your brother even if he's 200 miles away, basking on the beaches of Florida.
Much love, "sparkles" and low blood pressure to both of you!
Ruth
All the best to your and your brother.
At least he's not a total trailblazer!
He's got a great guide to follow!
Peace and Blessings!
Coach Richie
No use worrying over...umm...no worries???
Something like that...
P.S.-
the Detroit PKD Walk was very cool :) I hope we do it again next year :)