AboutLeslie Expertise I am a social worker in a dialysis unit. I can answer kidney transplant, Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity, Peritoneal Dialysis and Hemodialysis questions. I can aid in insurance issues, dietary issues, and almost every aspect of kidney.
I also have personal experience in these issues, having kidney failure since I was eleven, including three transplants.
Experience I have had three kidney transplants, and worked at the National Kidney Foundation and volunteered at the Gift of Life. I have signed up donors, and been a peer mentor since I was 13 years old (I am now 29). I am a kidney social worker at a well known company.
Organizations NASW
Education/Credentials Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Master of Social Work.
Question my donar is a match but was told my hospital would not allow transplant because they passeda kidney stone in january VERY SMALL) NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE IS THAT THE RULE AT ALL UNITS
Answer Kidney stones can cause kidney failure. I have several people in my unit whose kidneys failed due to kidney stones.
The reason why doctors say this, they want to make sure both kidneys are healthy to not compromise you or your donor. In transplant work ups, everything is looked at - heart, lungs, kidneys, bladder, liver, etc. I am afriad this is a deal-breaker for transplant centers.
I am so sorry.
Do you have another possible match? How long have you been on the list? What state? And remember - a kidney could come at any time. Don't lose hope.
If you're really uncertain, call them and ask them exactly why, and if you know any centers that may transplant him. However, this is a risk factor.
