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Transplants | Last Active: Feb 14, 2023 | Replies (1670)

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@rosemarya

I am also a liver (and kidney) transplant recipient. Lori is a bone marrow transplant recipient. I wonder if that makes a difference?

I am able to wear gloves to work in my garden, pull weeds, trim, and do minor yard work. Hand washing is essential. I am very careful to treat any skin abrasions immediately if that happens. Fear and respect to avoid infection is my motivation. Most of my gardening is to sink a potted plant in the ground or in a planter!

I do not have a particular interest in caves, but my son asked about it today. Granddaughter loves Mammoth Cave and it is just “down the road”. I have been in the cave before transplant and as a child. I prefer being a surface visitor!
I will talk to my coordinator if/when anything develops.

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I’m wondering if having a liver transplant is different. I was surprised when I learned we’re not supposed to use probiotic supplements because of the potential for even an overgrowth of “good bacteria.” Perhaps as @loribmt says the N95 might provide adequate protection for air borne organisms…I sure hope so! I see my doctor on Tuesday so I’ll ask. It’ll be good to share our findings!

And, Mammoth Cave is awesome!