I spend a lot of time talking about the hard parts of dialysis — and there are many. But it would be unfair not to acknowledge the good, because there is good in this process too.
1. Dialysis keeps me alive.
It’s not a cure, and it’s not a replacement for a working kidney, but it is a lifeline. It keeps my body from becoming toxic. It gives me time — time to live, time to hope, time to fight for a transplant.
2. There’s an entire world of people who make this possible.
Behind every treatment is a network of individuals and systems working quietly but powerfully:
– The companies that design the machines and supplies
– The workers who pack, ship, and deliver every box
– The nurses who answer questions without hesitation
– The front‑desk staff who greet me with kindness no matter my mood
– The doctors who monitor, adjust, and genuinely care
– The national and international network of clinics that make room for you — whether you’re in NYC, the middle of nowhere, or even on a cruise ship
Traveling on dialysis isn’t impossible — just inconvenient — and I’ll break down that process in a future post.
For now, I’ll simply say this:
I’m grateful for this lifeline, and I’m hopeful for the day I no longer need it.
Finding the Good in Dialysis
