@karmamamma, Congratulations on your successful transplant! You are a champion. No doubt you are a strong willed individual to have come through all of these barriers. I am looking forward to learning more about your journey to transplant as you join in out transplant discussions. As a member, you can join in anywhere. A hint: If you want to address a question or comment to a particular individual, use their @name.

Are your doctors concerned about your weight gain? I was the opposite after my transplant in 2009. I needed to gain weight after transplant because I had lost so much muscle mass prior to surgery. I remember that at my 4 month check-up I was scheduled to see a nutritionist for advice on healthy eating and controlling weight. Since you are at Mayo, I expect that you will have access to a nutritionist. If this has not happened, you can request one.

Here is blog post by Mayo Clinic transplant experts:
– Weight Gain After Transplant: Where Does it Come From and How to Get Rid of It https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/transplant/newsfeed-post/weight-gain-after-transplant-where-does-it-come-from-and-how-to-get-rid-of-it-2/