More info on the Great News coming in a future post. To prepare you, "Sage HAS a Kidney!"
In this post, I wanted give an update on my current recovery journey. Earlier today went to hospital where kidney transplant was done (for now, I need to drive there at least 3 times per week in order to closely monitor kidney). Kidney was from a deceased donor so what I've learned, these kidneys often take longer to start functioning. However, kidney's from living donor usually start functioning immediately.
I spent 8 1/2 years on dialysis awaiting this very moment. Since 2014, I've been hooked to a hemodialysis machine three times per week/three hours per session every single week - including holidays.
Transplant surgery was weeks ago - Thursday, August 5th, 2021 to be exact. First step for me, was to survive - which I did, thankfully. Weeks consisted of a pain level ranging from an approximately 8 1/2-10 plus. Yes, I was provided pain relief and know while hospitalized, I pressed that pain button as often as permitted.
I must admit, I was kinda terrified when released date suddenly appeared. Everything happened so fast and regrettably I haven't had time or enough wellness to document my experience as liked.
