Transplant 4-15-21: I got a transplant... - Kidney Transplant

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Transplant 4-15-21

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I got a transplant about a year and a half ago. I received it 3 days before my 70th birthday. I can relate to you my experiences if you want . I’m doing well.

P.S. I see you’re a Jackie. I presume you’re female. I’m a Jack, but my deceased parents and siblings still call me Jackie.

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Thank you for sharing! Yes, whenever you're comfortable doing so, you can continue to share your experiences on this forum. We offer a safe and supportive place where you can share, ask questions, and get answers related to kidney disease. Thank you again!

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Congratulations on your transplant and that you are doing well! We are here for you if you ever have question or if issues pop up. I am 23+ years post-transplant and speak only from my own experiences.

Have a very Merry and Blessed Christmas!

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3KMa in reply to WYOAnne

wow!! 23 years! Amazing!

I’m about a year and a half into mine.

I never really research how long they last.

I really don’t want to know because it would just give me something to worry about.

I try to take it one day at a time and be grateful for each day.

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Yes, that is what you got to do...one day at a time! Make sure if you have any problems that you tell your nephrologist ASAP! You know your body better than anyone and know when something isn't quite right. I have learned that I have to be my own advocate!

Take care!

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Darlenia

Hi 3KMa! Welcome! My hubby received his transplant on 6-28-21, just a few months after you, following a year of dialysis. He was 71 at that time. He had a difficult recovery (a-fib, ureter leak, foot drop) but he is doing very well today! Hope to hear from you again!

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