I was diagnosed with ESRD in May of 04. In January of 05 I went on dialysis. In May of that year they removed both kidneys and my spleen (being fused to one kidney). Besides siezures associated with my kidney removal and a few other malodies I have been doing well with dialysis. Probably the most profound experience since their removal was my desire for liquids gone. I have had very few (maybe three) instances of thirst since my kidneys were removed.