This week, I move us forward to my 2023 heart surgery.
You might be asking what heart surgery has to do with kidney disease. Fair question. The connection matters more than most people realize.
In this episode, I break down how medications interact, why staying focused on your dialysis treatment plan is crucial, and how one small oversight can have a ripple effect on your entire health journey. This is about awareness, discipline, and respecting the body you are fighting to keep.
I also share what happened after my heart surgery, including the moment I woke up from anesthesia with my hands restrained. That experience left an imprint, and it changed how I think about trust, vulnerability, and patient advocacy.
This episode is not meant to scare you. It is intended to prepare you.
If you are on dialysis, caring for someone who is, or navigating complex medical care, this conversation is for you.
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