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Introduction => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: gwotvet13 on May 23, 2018, 02:55:23 PM

Title: Introduction Post
Post by: gwotvet13 on May 23, 2018, 02:55:23 PM
Hello, I am a 30 yo male that will soon be receiving a transplant from my sister. I was deployed down range a year ago when they discovered by way of HBP that my kidneys were functioning at 25%. Since then it has been what seems like a very fast year and we are planning on a preemptive transplant as I am hovering around 15%. It has been a rough road as not only has my health deteriorated but my career is coming to a swift end. I am hoping for some first hand experiences for what to expect post transplant. Thanks.
Title: Re: Introduction Post
Post by: iolaire on May 23, 2018, 04:09:01 PM
Welcome to the group.

So far my post transplant life is going good. I was able to continue working an office job on dialysis and return to work about one month after the transplant.  My signature has a link to a tread with detailed updates on my transplant.  I'd classify my transplant experience as going very good, but there still are lots of ups and downs.
Title: Re: Introduction Post
Post by: Charlie B53 on May 23, 2018, 07:49:33 PM

Welcome to IHD!

I hope all goes well with the Tx from your Sister, Be sure to give her a big Hug.

Deployed?  Vet part of your screen name, are you still in?

I got out in 75, 40% SC, Legs still attached, just don't like to bend well.  But they're mine so I'm keeping them.

Take Care,

Charlie B53
Title: Re: Introduction Post
Post by: Paul on May 23, 2018, 11:38:59 PM
 :welcomesign;
Hello gwotvet13. Welcome to the site.

Good luck with the transplant.
Title: Re: Introduction Post
Post by: cassandra on May 24, 2018, 02:43:30 PM
Welcome to the site gwotvet13


   :welcomesign;






Take care, Cas
Title: Re: Introduction Post
Post by: SooMK on May 25, 2018, 07:02:31 AM
Welcome. Many post transplant threads on here if you search. Hope it all goes smoothly. Big kudos to your sister! Living donors are very special people.