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Kidney transplant - The Journey from the Donor's Side
Transplants | Last Active: Jul 25, 2024 | Replies (359)Comment receiving replies
Hello all. I'm catching up on this thread as I've just been accepted as a donor (directed) and I'm trying to connect with folks who have gone through the donation process. Phoenix AZ Mayo specifically.
The Mayo staff have all been excellent during this process, however I found very little opportunity to talk with other donors (or recipients) who have already undergone their procedures. And I'd like very much to do that.
So, I'll be catching up on a lot of threads here but I'd appreciate any help from this thread re: pointing me towards someone I could talk to about their experiences. I think some direct communication would help me immensely. Thanks in advance.
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Thanks! Every hour today is better. I think I’ll go home just before dinner.
@mrasmith15. Congratulations, you did it! I've heard those pains can really hurt, I'm glad its over for you. Hopefully after a full day out of the hospital, you'll be able to get a good night's sleep. Its amazing how much better that can make you feel.
@triciaodonnell, I hope that you are continuing your recovery. And also your husband. Here is some post transplant information that you might like to have.
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/newsfeed-post/what-to-expect-annual-post-transplant-follow-up/
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/newsfeed-post/top-transplant-hacks-patients-share-their-best-tips-and-tricks/
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@triciaodonnell I'm glad to hear you are starting to feel better. My surgery was Monday morning and I was discharged yesterday. I think the worst part for me was the gas pains, especially in the shoulders - but it seems that moving around helps. I didn't sleep the best last night but I know it will get better everyday and will be patient. My husband had his surgery to receive his kidney last Thursday and is doing amazing! It is unbelievable the difference this new kidney has been for him. Even though he is still sore he feels great! As far as you staying another night - I think you should take advantage of it to get yourself stronger & feeling a bit better. No reason to push it if you don't have to 🙂 I wish you the best in the days to come & hope each day is better than the last.