Short Wave When Your Body Rejects The Kidney It Needs
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May 24, 2023 Explore the emotional journey of a young woman navigating life with a transplanted kidney that faces rejection. Hear how her experience with dialysis and the search for a new donor unfolds, filled with both humor and heartache. Gain insights into the challenges faced by kidney transplant recipients, like job loss and medication access, especially during the pandemic. The discussion also delves into recent advancements in healthcare for organ recipients, emphasizing the vital role of living donation.
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Layla's Kidney Failure
- Leila Mirhaydari woke up with impaired vision and discovered her kidneys had failed.
- She only had 5% kidney function left and faced potential organ failure.
Kidney Failure Consequences
- Kidney failure prevents the body from filtering waste, leading to toxic blood.
- In Layla's case, this caused bleeding in her eyes.
Dialysis Experience
- Layla had to do dialysis, pumping saline solution into her abdomen daily.
- She'd have two liters of fluid, sometimes feeling like she was six months pregnant.