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Transplantees

Welcome to all types of transplantees. Whether you are waiting for your life saving transplant, just received it or are years out. All are welcome to join.

Owner: dnoble703Leaders: dnoble703Created on May 17, 201223 membersPrivacy: Public

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What kind of transplant did you get and when?
Just curious as to what type of transplant you received, when and how you have done with it. I personally had a heart transplant on June 4, 2011. So far so good. No major issues, just trying to get this prednisone weight off.
Weight loss before transplant
Hi! Has anyone had to lose weight before being accepted as a transplant patient? I am 39 and I have been approved for a double lung transplant (Pulmonary Hypertension and Pulmonary Fibrosis) but the transplant team will not put me on the active waiting list until I lose 25 pounds. I have lost 13 so far since March 7th, and…
Prednisone puffiness...does it go away?
My upper arms, thighs and face are all puffy from the prednisone. There is almost a distinct line where it starts. I'm working out like crazy and don't seem to be making a dent in it. Just joined MFP and am hoping this will give me the extra support I need to be successful.
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Welcome to all transplantee's. I myself had a heart transplant on June 4, 2011. I just got off my prednisone and am starting the fight to lose this prednisone weight. I had lost 5 lbs with MFP but wasn't watching my calories for the last few days and put a few lbs back on. This is the heaviest I have ever been and I don't…

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