one of my kidneys than have her on that forever and be on a waiting list. She argues that she doesn't want me to, but I also know there are new less invasive procedures now. How do I go about finding out if we are compatible?
2007-03-25 01:22:40 · 6 answers · asked by J. S 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
It was mentioned about the psychological aspect of this.....what would those be?
2007-03-25 01:36:16 · update #1
How do I get her to see that this would be the solution instead of her arguing about how I shouldn't do it? I understand her fear for me, but she is only level 2 on the donation list and is facing life long dialysis and possibly death! She has an 18 year old son and is a single mom.....please, how do I help her?
2007-03-25 01:38:49 · update #2
What you are proposing is extremely noble. It is the rarest gift that one friend can give another, but the greatest ! Check out the organ donour organizations in your country. They can explain the legalities of your decision, medical issues such as compatability, and, very importantly, what it will mean to you to have given the kidney. I don't want to embarrass you but I think your friend is extremely fortunate to have you as her friend.
2007-03-25 01:35:02 · answer #1 · answered by John M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-17 14:47:41 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first thing they do is a tissue match. They will also do a full body scan of the donor to look for any health issues that would make donating impossible. Laser type surgery is the new non-invasive surgery. Donor recovery is 4-7 days in the hospital and 4-6 weeks recuperating.
2007-03-25 01:35:09 · answer #3 · answered by justme 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
KT/DA is a great resource. there are extensive blood tests and legal forms that need signing. Also- you have to explore the idea that you may not be compatible, will you help someone else? or just get pulled off of the donor list? If you are compatible, are you prepared to deal with the psychological aspects of this? good luck, wish your friend well.
2007-03-25 01:31:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, let me say that I think you are a wonderful friend to want to donate one of your kidneys to your friend. You are worth more than gold. You need to take blood samples to see if you are compatible. I hope you are. She is getting a most precious gift from a most precious person.
2007-03-25 01:33:04 · answer #5 · answered by greylady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heal Kidney Disease Forever :
http://www.NaturallyGo.com/Official
2015-04-19 16:56:44 · answer #6 · answered by beatrice 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋