u/Scarlette-109

A close family member recently had a kidney transplant, and I realized how overwhelming the period immediately after discharge can be.

For those of you who have gone through a kidney transplant yourself, or cared for someone who has, what did you find hardest to manage once you were back home?

Was it things like medicines, blood tests, appointments, diet/fluid instructions, keeping track of reports, monitoring things at home, keeping other family members updated — or something completely different?

I'm particularly interested in the things you didn't expect to be difficult before discharge.

I'd really appreciate hearing about your experience. Please don't share any private medical information you aren't comfortable sharing.