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Double lung transplant
I have stage 3 emphysema. I m 40 years old and have been told I need to have a double lung transplant. I have been...
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Sep 15, 2024
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Wait time for lung transplant at Mayo Jax.
I know there are many variables in waiting for a compatible lung . But does anyone know the average wait time to be transplanted?
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Jun 3, 2023
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Lung Transplant: What can I expect?
I would like to know more about the procedure for Lung Transplant. My insurance approved my referral to UCLA. What can I expect?
Support Group: Lung Health
Last active: Feb 6, 2024
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Lung transplant: investigating the pros and cons of double transplant
I am at the beginnings of investigating the pros and cons of a double transplant. My pulmonary dr and I have been talking about it...
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Dec 16, 2021
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Does anyone regret getting a lung transplant?
My husband had Covid a year ago that resulted in pulmonary fibrosis in the bottom third of both lungs. Despite being on prednisone and cell...
Support Group: Lung Health
Last active: Feb 28, 2023
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Anyone had a lung transplant? I have questions
Anyone a candidate for a lung transplant? If so I’d like particulars of how you have qualified and what age/health limitations were required.
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Dec 17, 2021
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What can I Expect for my Lung Transplant Review?
my name is Kevin. im coming into Mayo tomorrow. Im sraying at Gabriel's House. Im coming in for a Lung Transplant review. Ive been told...
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Sep 20, 2019
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How do you get in the loop for a possible lung transplant?
74 years old.. Rode a bike @2000 miles a year since 2006- Got Double Pnemonia-hospital for 5 days.. presently on 5 liters of 02 for...
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Oct 15, 2023
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Lung Transplant Post-op? would like to hear positive stories
My son is six years post kidney transplant this month! He is 21 now and was 12ish when diagnosed with HDR syndrome. Vanderbilt never confirmed...
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Sep 7, 2022
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Norovirus in lung transplant patient: Can oregano oil be taken orally?
With a double lung transplant and compromised immunity, the norovirus is hanging on. Nausea/vomiting being managed with Zofran, metoclopraminde, anti diarrheal, and nitazoxanide. But these...
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Apr 1, 2024