Episode 1: “I Choose to Live”: Stage 4 CKD Diagnosis Story | Dee Moore

Welcome to the very first episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast with host Dee Moore. In this launch episode, Dee shares the powerful true story of how her kidney journey began — from feeling unwell for months, to a sudden trip to A&E, a shock hospital admission, relentless fevers for 7.5 weeks, and finally leaving hospital with a life-changing diagnosis: Stage 4 kidney disease caused by an infection (with no clear cause identified).   This episode is for you if you’re newly diagnosed, supporting someone with CKD, navigating uncertainty, or simply looking for hope and real talk about the highs and lows of chronic illness.   In this episode, you’ll hear: The early symptoms Dee ignored (and why many people do) What it’s like being seriously unwell for weeks with no clear answers The emotional rollercoaster of multiple possible diagnoses How community, prayer, and support carried Dee through The moment that changed everything... Why this podcast exists — honest conversations, support, and connection for kidney warriors and their supporters   💚 Call to action: If you have questions or topics you’d like covered on the podcast, share them on social media using #DiaryOfAKidneyWarrior — and please follow/subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes.   Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is available on: Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Google Chrome, Lavf, iHeartRadio, CastBox, Player FM, Samsung Free, PodcastAddict, Amazon Music Podcasts/Audible, Alexa & more!    Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior:   📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior  📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior  🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw  🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior  📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social   💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47   📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r   Disclaimer:   The information shared in this episode is based on personal experience and is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice. Every individual’s kidney journey is different. Please consult your GP, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional for advice relating to your own health, diagnosis, or treatment, and before making any medical decisions.