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Transplant No-No's

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Richard Lopez replied to Ron Martin's discussion 'Prograf Shakes and Ticks' in the group Prograf

"Somewhat in the same boat Debra. Going into my fifth year kidney transplant. Also on Effexor. I was on Zoloft (a very low dose where I was cutting the pill in half). Now on 37.5 mg Effexor. I was taking a whole one but…"

Dec 28, 2012

Richard Lopez replied to Mani's discussion 'Q w.r.t high creatinine after dialysis'

"More important would be your diet and lab numbers. I would try to talk to my nutritionist every time I went in for dialysis. I started out at 3 times a week at 3.5 hours per session. My nephrologist decided to put me up to 4 hours…"

Dec 18, 2012

Richard Lopez replied to Rita's discussion 'What do you do during dialysis to take your mind off being on dialysis?' in the group Dialysis Group

"I watched T.V. a lot. The hemodialysis center had individual televisions for each patient. I think a NOOK Color would be perfect for anyone on dialysis. You can read practically anything, plus you have access to email and to the…"

Dec 10, 2012

Richard Lopez joined Hostess Risé's group

Dialysis Group

This is a place for those who are about to begin dialysis or those who are currently on dialysis or has someone that is close to them on dialysis.This group idea was inspired by RitaSee More

Dec 10, 2012

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Nov 29, 2012

Richard Lopez replied to Becky's discussion 'Antibody rejection- Son is awful predicament- please help'

"Have you talked to anyone at Cedars Sinai Hospital. I read an article somewhere that they are doing some wonderful breakthrough work using mismatched blood types, etc. and DNA recombinant drugs that are also working wonders. Also check…"

Nov 28, 2012

Richard Lopez replied to Hostess Risé's discussion 'Lemon Juice is good for us' in the group Transplant No-No's

"I think foods that are acceptable are relative to the organ that was transplanted. I know that we all take similar medications to an extent BUT some take other meds in addition to or a different med all together. As a kidney transplant…"

Nov 20, 2012

Richard Lopez joined Hostess Risé's group

Transplant No-No's

What has your transplant center advised you regarding transplant precautions regarding your new life?See More

Nov 20, 2012

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Richard Lopez added a discussion to the group Tx Friends Connect

Porter Adventist Transplant Center of Denver, CO

I received my kidney transplant from Porter Adventist Transplant Center in Denver, CO. This center is filled with friendly staff and doctors. Dr. Gauthier (Goat' tea ay) is especially kind, humorous, patient and friendly. They are all also very professional. My particular surgeon was Dr. Vernon - also a very kind man.See More

Nov 18, 2012

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Richard Lopez joined Hostess Risé's group

Tx Friends Connect

The purpose for this group is for our members to share the name of their transplant center and possibly to connect with friends from the same center.Please tell your Transplant Center about us:)See More

Nov 18, 2012

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Richard Lopez replied to Sheila Boyd George's discussion 'Myfortic and sleeplessness' in the group Myfortic Friends

"I definitely have had sleep issues since my kidney transplant back in October of 2008. I think the Myfortic combined with Prograf have been part of the issue. Ever since I have been taking Ambien 10 mg to get to sleep but sometimes that…"

Jul 13, 2012

Richard Lopez joined Hostess Risé's group

Myfortic Friends

Looking to hear questions and comments from those of you taking Myfortic.See More

Jul 13, 2012

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Richard Lopez replied to Ron Martin's discussion 'Prograf Shakes and Ticks' in the group Prograf

"What other medications are you taking in conjunction with the Prograf? I've been on Prograf since October of 2008. I have noticed that I get trembling hands when I try to do any type of minute, detailed work such as painting,…"

Jul 13, 2012

Richard Lopez joined Hostess Risé's group

Prograf

If you are currently taking Prograf consider joining this group.See More

Jul 13, 2012

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Cisco left a comment for Richard Lopez

"Happy birthday Richard! Have a great day! You should join us for chat on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 2 pm CDT. Hope to see you there!"

Jun 20, 2012

DAP1122 (Don) left a comment for Richard Lopez

"Happy Birthday, Richard"

Jun 20, 2010

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Share how your transplant experience changed your life?: It's changed me forever. Little things don't seem to get me as frustrated as I used to get and I'm very appreciative for a second chance at life. A big THANK YOU to my sister for giving me one of her kidneys.

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At 7:57am on June 20, 2012, Cisco said…: Happy birthday Richard! Have a great day! You should join us for chat on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 2 pm CDT. Hope to see you there!