Meredith
@meredithlovesthemets
Hi, I'm Meredith! I'm here to tell you a little bit about how my last year has gone and to show you some things that could be helpful in my situation. We are still waiting on a decision from disability regarding my case. I know everyone says "I hate to ask for help" and all that but I truly do hate it and I really appreciate you being here and reading this. I had a rare kidney disease called Nutcracker Syndrome. It is extremely painful and the symptoms were relentless. I would describe the pain as if I had the flu and a UTI while my kidney was in a car compactor. 24/7. In June of 2025, I had a renal autotransplant in order to treat the Nutcracker. My kidney was taken out of my body, treated, and then implanted into my pelvis. After what seemed to be a great recovery, a few weeks later I ended up back in the hospital with surgical complications. Since then, it's been a never ending nightmare. I'll spare y'all the nitty gritty medical details, but all of these complications have caused 9 hospitalizations in 9 months, 5 minor surgeries, and 2 major surgeries. I've failed stents and I now live every day with a nephrostomy bag (my kidney drains into a bag outside of my body). Last week, the surgeons revised the area of a surgical connection that we suspect was causing all of the trouble. We are hopeful that this operation, if successful, will get me out of the woods! I'm supposed to rest and let the kidney kind of have a vacation (lol) before we do some other stuff to see if it's ready to function on its own. So, I'm couch and bed bound for a month, very exciting stuff. My goals are literally "rest" and "gain weight" right now. It was another big surgery and I have incisions on my abdomen, ureter, bladder, and a muscle called the psoas. Not to mention all the soreness from the internal work! I feel like the Frankenstein monster! It's been a rough recovery. I'll be honest, I cry every day. It's been super difficult to get pain under control. I'm starting to get nervous about the pile of medical bills that just gets taller every day too. But I am trying to stay hopeful that this is just a recovery phase and I will be good as new soon! I gotta be ready for the Mets season! Obviously not everything on this list is "necessary", but if I added it here, I thought it could be beneficial in other aspects of healing or to provide variety during prescribed downtime. Anyway, that's my novel even though I said I would write "a little bit". I'm sorry!! Thank you so much for reading and I appreciate all the love and support from the bottom of my heart!
All Wishes
Hanes womens Comfort, Period. Underwear, Bikini Period Underwear, Super Leaks Period Underwear, 3-pack - Boxer Brief - 2-pack Boxer Briefs, Black/Black - Medium
Bladder surgery unfortunately comes with leakage
TIDI 50015-PKG AquaGuard Sheet – 9” x 9” – (Area of Coverage: 7” x 7.5”) – Shower Protection Sheet – Self-Adhesive Moisture Barrier – Wound Cover for Showering – 7 Sheets – Home Medical Supplies - 9" x 9" - Package of 7 Sheets
I need this to help with covering my nephrostomy dressing during showers!
TOUCHLAND X HELLO KITTY® SET - Berry Bliss
ok $20 for hand sanitizer is ridiculous I'm sorry but I'm adding it in case some person who has a personal vendetta to clear out every kidney's patient wishlist that they might stumble by. you never know
Ved Catheter Bag Hanger, Catheter Night Bag Stand, Plastic Hanger for Urine Drainage Bag, 2L Holding Capacity, (Pack of 2)
This one's really fun huh lol
Instinct Original Dry Cat Food, Raw Coated Kibble, High Protein, Grain Free Recipe - Real Chicken, 5 lb. Bag - Chicken - 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
to help out with some cat costs if possible :)
ARM & Hammer Clump & Seal Platinum Cat Litter, Multi-Cat, 14-Day Odor Control, Rock-Hard Clumps, 18 lbs – Powerful Odor Eliminator with Baking Soda - 18 lbs - Clump & Seal Platinum Clumping Cat Litter
to help out with some cat costs if possible :)
Orgain Organic Kids Nutritional Protein Shake, Chocolate, Healthy Kids Snacks, 8g Dairy Protein, 3g Fiber, 22 Vitamins & Minerals, No Soy Ingredients, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, 8.25 Fl Oz (Pack of 12) - Chocolate - 8.25 Fl Oz (Pack of 12)
My favorite shakes for when my appetite sucks - It gets pricey going through so many lol
Hot Chocolate Bombs - Milk w/White Drizzle & White w/Confetti - 3.2oz - Favorite Day™
I just love hot chocolate lol and I had protein to my cups so it's technically medical/nutritious :)
Sleepytime Shower Steamers Aromatherapy with Essential Oils - 10 Count (Pack of 1)
Just to make showers more relaxing - Right now they're very stressful lol
Body Restore Shower Steamers Aromatherapy 6 Pack – Valentines Day Gifts for Her and Him, Birthday Gifts for Women and Men, Relaxation, Stress Relief, Self Care, Bath Bombs – Bloom - Bloom - 6 Count (Pack of 1)
To make showers a little bit better and less stressful :)
Lush Sleepy Shower Gel
It would be nice to have something to look forward to in the shower which is usually not a fun time lol
FreeSip® Water Bottle
I guess you have to be hydrated when recovering from kidney/bladder surgery. who would've thought
Lisa Frank x Kitsch Satin Pillowcase in The Fantastic World of Lisa Frank - King | Default Title
Just a comfy wishlist item, not a necessity :)
Lisa Frank x Kitsch Satin Pillowcase in Angel Kitty™ | Default Title
Just a comfy wishlist item, not a necessity :)
Culture Fly Pusheen The Cat Nap Time 45" x 60" Plush Fleece Throw Blanket
comfy recovery blanket :)
Women's New York Mets Concepts Sport Royal Marathon Knit Nightshirt
It's a lot easier to sleep in big shirts/gown like this, especially with the tube and stuff :)
Pusheen Womens Nightwear Grey Short Sleeve Nightdress Design Cute Sleepwear for Women Pajama Set Nightdress - Small
It's a lot easier to sleep in big shirts/gown like this, especially with the tube and stuff :)
Lazy One Nightshirts for Women, Cute Nightgown for Women, Animal Designs - Pink Sweet Dreams Bear Nightshirt - One Size
It's a lot easier to sleep in big shirts/gown like this, especially with the tube and stuff :)