Swelling/ weight gain post transplant

[transplantwarrier]

Having an off day today where I’m feeling down about swelling/weight gain post transplant

I feel guilty for moaning about this after I’ve just been given such a gift for a new lease of life but it’s getting me down.

Still early days for me with recovery I know

But was wondering if anyone could share their experience with swelling/ weight gain after transplant

Doctor has decreased my prednisone so hopefully that will help with the weight gain but anything I can do further to help or to help with swelling?

Any advice appreciated

[Okie01]

I was told that amlodipine causes swelling and it definitely does for me, but only if I’ve been on my feet all day. If you’re on amlodipine, you could ask your dr to switch your meds to something similar. I was given that option.

[Seanthesheep]

I came off prednisone after a few weeks and have no issues. I would ask if you can come off. Good luck

[Jepsos]

I think we transplanted at the same time - 4 weeks ago, right???I have had swelling on and off, too. My weight has fluctuated about 2-3 pounds. I’m still on 5mg of Prednisone. I eat healthy, but I think I need to increase my fluid intake by another liter. I’m more active now and the Spring weather is warming up.

I think for me, it might be my sodium intake. My sodium and Phosphorus have been low, so my doctors took me off all sodium restrictions.

The side effects are tough sometimes. You have every right to rejoice in your new kidney, but be upset with side effects. Sometimes, it can feel like our bodies aren’t completely “ours”. The meds can be great one day and then give us problems the next. Good luck! I feel exactly like you do. You are not alone. Hugs!

[PuggyWuggy]

Hi t.w. I never had problems with swelling nor weight gain after my transplant, so I cannot advise you there aside from suggesting you talk to your doctor about it. I do want to say that moaning/complaining and feeling bad about it are all a part of the healing process. Let it out. It will pass! I hope the "sun will shine" for you soon!