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Looking for what to expect as I consider Kidney Transplant
Transplants | Last Active: Apr 17, 2023 | Replies (201)Comment receiving replies
@lcamino, and kidney patients,
Recently a member made a comment in a different transplant thread that I feel might be informative in this thread about kidney transplant. I think that whether someone has PKD; is waiting for a transplant; has received a kidney transplant; and family and loved ones might benefit with a place to ask questions and share their experiences with polycystic kidney disease (PKD).
I invite members to join in with any questions or experiences.
Rosemary
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I have policystic kidney disease and have been on PD for over 5 years. I am stuck at the dental clearance part since insurance doesn't cover it. Waiting to have operation at UMC Las Vegas.
@aljoey, I want to welcome you to Mayo Clinic Connect. We are happy that you have joined into our kidney transplant discussion. Here on Connect, we support and encourage each other by sharing from our experiences. We also help each other by asking and answering questions, and to locate accurate medical information.
I am a liver/kidney recipient. Due to acute kidney failure, I had a short 9 weeks of dialysis, and I don't know much about polycystic kidney disease (PKD). However, I can help you to find information if you need any. And to answer questions, or to keep you company as you endure the waiting time.
So, is the dental clearance the only thing holding you back right now?
What would you like to know or how can we be of help to you?
Rosemary
I pray that you get your operation soon.
@aljoey, I've been thinking about you. I hope that you are progressing toward your transplant. And that you are feeling well.
I hope that 2018 will be a year of good health for you.
Rosemary
I was on a post that talked about life after kidney transplant. Not medical, foods eating out etc. I lost it. How to find it again
Hi @beach757,
Are any of these the discussion you are looking for?
– Top Transplant Hacks: Patients Share Their Best Tips and Tricks https://connect.mayoclinic.org/newsfeed-post/top-transplant-hacks-patients-share-their-best-tips-and-tricks/
– Transplant https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/transplant/tab/newsfeed/
– What to Expect: Post Transplant Care https://connect.mayoclinic.org/newsfeed-post/what-to-expect-annual-post-transplant-follow-up/
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I'd also like to tag @coastalgirl @mattgnyc , and invite them to join this discussion and share their experiences and insights about polycystic kidney disease (PKD).