"Aaron, I experienced a great deal of angst in reaching the end of my smoking career. The drinking was easy to stop because it was making me sick -- but the cigarettes were very tough for me to give up. After trying various cessation…"
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Mark
- 64, Male
- Pearland, TX
- United States
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Cisco left a comment for Mark"Happy birthday Mark! Have a great day! You should join us for chat on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 2 pm CDT. Hope to see you there!"
Mark replied to john's discussion 'CMV - GANCICLOVER TREATMENT'"That's a great story, John. Sounds like we both got the brass ring!"
Mark replied to john's discussion 'CMV - GANCICLOVER TREATMENT'"And btw, never was able to get a buyer for that beautiful condo I fixed up. No choice but to rent it out and barely break even with the overhead :("
Mark replied to john's discussion 'CMV - GANCICLOVER TREATMENT'"When I became sick in spring 2010 my meld was initially 15 -- compensated liver failure due to cirrhosis. When liver cancer came into the picture, I was told that the meld score would probably go up as the quarterly chemoembolization…"
Mark replied to john's discussion 'CMV - GANCICLOVER TREATMENT'"Every case is so different. I'm probably wrong but I believe the docs are focused primarily with the new liver's function (and potential rejection) and not so much on drug side effects. I take prograf and cellcept right now and have 0…"
Mark replied to john's discussion 'CMV - GANCICLOVER TREATMENT'"Hey John, due to the sheer number of meds prescribed post tx, your docs probably don't know which of them are causing your anxiety. After my liver transplant last July, my hands trembled so much I couldn't write my name legibly.…"
Mark commented on Hostess Rise''s group 'We Love Quotes'"When I was younger, I could remember anything, whether it had happened or not. -- Mark Twain"
Mark replied to Karoleigh's discussion 'Life worth living, or living to live?'"My new friend Karoleigh,
There are no guarantees here but I can honestly tell you that each sunrise is very special to me now and I try not to squander even a second of extra time that my "gift of life" has provided me. Your daughter is…"
Mark commented on Kristy's blog post 'HELP!!!! I will be losing my insurance!!'"Kristy, you have the right under COBRA to continue your spouses insurance for up to 36 months in the case of divorce. This is specifically stated under Question 10 listed in the URL below. As Bobbi suggested, you could demand the full 36…"
Mark replied to brian's discussion 'Depressed, Stressed, Angry, Just Plain Lost'"Brian & Maverick, thanks to both of you for your service. There are millions of us out here that love you for what you did but fail to say so each time an opportunity arises. I didn't want to miss this one!"
Mark commented on Hostess Rise''s group 'We Love Quotes'"When you invite trouble, it's usually quick to accept."
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- Are you a member of http://TransplantBuddies.com ?
- Yes
- Where did you hear about Transplant Friends?
- internet link
- Are You Male or Female?
- Male
- Share why you had to have a transplant.
- I was diagnosed with end stage liver disease (cirrhosis) in May, 2010 and hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer) in June, 2010
- Which Organ(s) did you receive? If you are on the waiting list, please share.
- Liver
- Optional: Share the Medications that you take
- PROGRAF 3 mg
CELLCEPT 1000 mg
- How many years have you had your Transplant for?
- 8 months. It was done on July 26.
- I am Interested in Transplant Friends because...
- My transplant journey has just begun and I can always use some more company :)
- Which Transplant Center has or will perform your life saving surgery?
- Methodist Transplant Center, The Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX
- How has transplantation changed your life? If Yes, please share.
- Life seems so much sweeter now. Unimportant things do not matter to me anymore.
- Share your interests and hobbies
- I love spending time with my extended family, especially my two sons, their wives and my five grandchildren. Rustic camping (rough weather ... bring it on! ) when I can find willing co-campers :)
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- At 8:01am on May 21, 2012, Cisco said…
Happy birthday Mark! Have a great day! You should join us for chat on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 2 pm CDT. Hope to see you there!
- At 7:16am on May 21, 2012,
David said… Happy Birthday Mark !
- At 1:08am on March 2, 2012, Reginald Tom Wickett said…
Hi Mark. I had my liver transplant 2 yrs. ago & am doing pretty good. I am on 1 mg. Tac twice a day & 500 gm. Cellcept 2 times a day. I am also a diabetic & stage 3 kidney disease under control. I curl 3 times a week & walk the dogs by the river with my wife. & next mon. back to slow pitch.. I had my liver transplant in Vancouver British Columbia Canada. My great Uncle incorperated a Town in Texas called Wickett, Texas. I think it is in the middle western part of the state. Maybe drop me a line sometime. Have a good nite.
- At 6:58pm on September 14, 2011,
Rita said… - Hello Mark, Welcome to transplantfriends. Congrads on you liver transplant. Please feel free to post any questions or comments or thoughts on this site. Wishing you the best.
- At 5:16pm on September 14, 2011,
Hostess Rise' said…
Hi Mark
Welcome to Transplant Friends. I am glad that you are also a member of buddies.
Jump right in and share your thoughts on our blogs, forum and groups. You can also share photos. If you need help write to me by clicking on Send a Message on my place page or check our instructions on the home page.
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