I apologize for not updating as regularly as I had planned. Quite a few of you have been calling and emailing wondering how things are going with Jeff's health, so here is the latest. Jeff was approved for and has been listed on the transplant list. This is great news, because now that he is listed, it also opens the door for checking out living donor possibilities.
There have been a few bumps in the road with his health over the last couple of months, which led to some changes in medication. One, in particular, has helped lower his potassium levels. Another change is, he has started getting a shot every two weeks for the past month or so that helps to build red blood cells, which really helps with his energy level. Jeff saw his kidney doctor last week and tests showed that his potassium levels were down, which is a good sign, however, his overall kidney function is now at 15%. He was told early on that since he is in otherwise good health, he could probably withstand getting down to 10% kidney function before needing to go on dialysis. Our continued prayer is that a living donor match would be found and Jeff could get a transplant before having to go on dialysis.
Right now, Jeff continues to keep busy working and even playing a bit, even though his energy level is not what it used to be. God continues to bless him just at the right time with new clients and house purchases & sales when it's needed. He has also kept very busy around the house and is close to finishing our master bathroom remodel that he's worked really hard on. Jeff's most enjoyment, though, comes when he can find time to get to the golf course for a round with friends or just to practice his chipping & putting! Naps tend to be a little more common for him now
and he's early to bed most nights. Jeff's attitude continues to amaze me. He is very positive, wears that big smile most of the time, and attacks every day with more "get-up-and-go" than most people I know, who have 100% kidney function - no pun intended! :0) We both appreciate so much your prayers and calls/emails of support that you've continued to give us as we venture our way through this. We couldn't do it without it. We also, certainly wouldn't be able to do it without our faith and the knowledge we have that God is in this with us giving us continued strength and courage to face each new step. So, please keep praying for us...it works! ~LaRae
If becoming a living donor is something you would be interested in or you would just like to find out more information, please call the Living Donor Program at the University of Washington (206) 598-3627. Making the call does not obligate you to anything and they are willing to answer questions over the phone or send more information to you about their program.
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