Chronically Christy

Skincare as a kidney patient….. have you even considered it?

Sarah crash landed at 2% kidney function. But is a live donor on the cards?…….Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Kris fell ill very suddenly after her 50th birthday. She quickly went into multiple organ failure and was told her kidneys had a good chance of recovering.Now a colostomy and a kidney transplant later she runs the fabulous ‘Women’s Renal Failure Support Group’ on Facebook…….Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

PKD has affected many people in Kevs life, including his mum. After losing her he promised to support Kidney Research UK however he could.Then something amazing happened. He was installing bathrooms in a record producers house when he started singing……..Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

The ‘Queen of Dialysis’ tells us about her 26 years on the machines and why she never lets them hold her back……Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health

Hilaria is the lady to go to for inspiring stories. She has CKD, has done every type of dialysis, now has a transplant, AND runs her own charity! But here’s the most exciting bit…… no, I’ll make you wait to find out. Listen to Hilaria’s amazing story and how she gives back to her community.Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Louise is a carer. Her husband Darren has had CKD since childhood and has had his current transplant for nearly 19 years. Together they enjoy trips and days out with their dogs but things aren’t always rosey post transplant…….Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Melody has been diabetic for a long time. But did that cause her kidney damage or was it the rheumatoid arthritis? The Doctors can’t agree. Now in stage, 4 Melody is pushing for better care and advice for newly diagnosed diabetic children. Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Football, neurology, kidney disease, mental health, and more football. An insight into Jamie’s lifelong battle long battle with his health. Both physical and mental. This Podcast is dedicated in loving memory of Brittney Anne Marie Heath. Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Cards2Warriors sends cards of encouragement and support to individuals battling long term illnesses and rare diseases. It sends them all over the world.Set up by Dawn and Sadie after Sadie developed some long term illnesses at a young age, today we speak to Dawn about why they do it, how they do it, and how you can get involved………Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Meg fell ill at 5 years old and was told she immediately needed to start dialysis. But the anaesthetist refused to take her to theatre with such bad blood results. Eventually a dialysis catheter was placed but not without complications……Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Dee went to A&E with persistent headaches and was diagnosed with CKD. She held off dialysis with the aid of a health coach, diet and exercise. But still eventually had to start. Creating her podcast ‘Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast’ has helped her reach patients all over the world. Listen to her journey here….. Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Sarah was born with issues affecting her bladder and her jaw/palate, but her kidneys didn’t start to be a problem until many years later. Hear how Sarah has overcome many challenges including dialysis and transplant, and now manages the fabulous ‘Share your wishes’ which seeks to encourage organ donation and share stories from every side of it.Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Steph has had four transplants, has done both peritoneal and haemodialysis but still has a positive outlook on life. She also runs food tours in Chester so there might be lots of food chat in this one 😂Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Meet Hattie, born with kidney problems she had a transplant aged two that lasted twenty two years before she had to start dialysis. After two mini strokes and lots of delays she finally received her dad’s kidney and is now enjoying life as much as she can whilst building a huge online kidney community. Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Darren is the TikTok Kidney Warrior and helps people by filming videos about CKD symptoms. He is the early stages after a stroke and a diagnosis of FSGS so is determined to raise awareness…..Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Jamie was born with kidney issues and had his first transplant at two years old. Now on his second transplant he enjoys his football and gaming whilst dealing with neurological issues that Doctors haven’t really got to the bottom of yet.Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

It’s time to chat to the husband again! Steve is a mental health first aider at work and we discuss mental health and wellbeing, a little bit about neurodiversity and a little about my mental health too.Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Joe is on transplant number two, works full time, has a young daughter, a wife and a dog. But it has definitely not all been plain sailing………. (Apologies we lost a few minutes at the end as Zoom gave us the boot!) Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.

Meet Stella, the woman who made it possible to have dialysis on a narrow boat. Now nearly six years post transplant she tells us about her journey with kidney failure…..It’s also World Kidney Day and The Chronically Christy’s Podcast first birthday. Wow! Disclaimer: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own.The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please seek advice from your own medical teams regarding your own health.