Hi!! Welcome to Renalrelating! A place where if you are of the functioning kidney challenged, you can come here and talk to others going through the same thing! This is also for friends and family of people with renal failure. So, don't be shy ask questions, vent, or just gab (my favorite!)! I myself (by the way, my name is Shelley aka:kidneykid2003) have been through hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, cycler, and transplant(it lasted 10 years). I've had kidney failure for 18 years. -- Up until recently membership was open to anyone, but lately idiots have abused that, so I apologize for the inconvenience of having to be approved by me first. I do, however, check my email often so there won't be a long wait to get the support you need! Hope to talk to you soon! -- Shelley