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What are the myths versus facts about kidney transplant?

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Mohan Lal
Posted Under Organ Transplant, on 21 May 2023

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Mohan Lal
Posted Under Organ Transplant, on 21 May 2023
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  1. Myth: Kidney transplant is very expensive as compared to dialysis.
    Fact: A patient with end-stage renal disease would require dialysis throughout his/her lifetime. If the cost of frequent dialysis is compared with the cost of a one-time kidney transplant, the transplant works out as a better deal.
  2. Myth: Anyone can donate a kidney for a transplant.
    Fact: A patient’s family members like nephew, niece, first cousins, spouse, brothers, and sisters are eligible to donate a kidney for transplant in case of a live donor kidney transplant.
  3. Myth: Kidney transplant fails most of the time.
    Fact: Kidney transplant is a successful procedure with a success rate as high as 95%. With advanced technology being used in kidney transplants, the failure rate is nil.
  4. Myth: After a kidney transplant, I will be too weak and unable to look after my family.
    Fact: With proper after-surgery care and diet, one can gain their strength back and lead a perfectly normal life and look after their family.
  5. Myth:  I cannot get pregnant after a kidney transplant.
    Fact: A kidney transplant is a safe procedure, and it does not affect any other functions of the body. A female who has undergone a kidney transplant can attain pregnancy.
  6. Myth: I won’t get any kidney disease after the transplant.
    Fact: A patient who has undergone a kidney transplant can still get kidney disease. One has to follow a strict diet, maintain hygiene and exercise regularly to keep kidney disease or any other infection at bay.
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