I take it that you are visiting our blog because you're concerned about Derek and me. I really appreciate how many people have been complimenting me on the choice I have made to donate, I understand why some are worried. Don't fret, I am not that nervous to tell you the truth. I have confidence in the surgeon's abilities; the hospital, UCSF, has the best and most successful kidney transplant program in the world. I should also say that statistically those who donate a kidney actually live longer than the average person with 2 kidneys. I found that interesting too! I am sure it has to do with the fact that the remaining kidney grows about 40% bigger, and that extensive testing undergone pre-surgery would detect any disease, cancer, or defect.
The fact that Derek is receiving a kidney from a living donor rather than a cadaverous kidney will lessen the likelihood of rejection and the kidney will last 20 years or so rather then 10. Although there is always a chance of rejection or some other surgery complication, the odds are in our favor that these things will not happen.
Everyone's kindness, support and concern has helped me feel confident in my choice. I thank everyone from the bottom of my heart.
Take Care,
Frankie
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To my Brother. There are 50 million things I am thinking right now on how I feel about what you are doing for Derek. I guess I can sum it all up in that I can't remember another time in my life that I have been so proud and honored to be your sister. I wish you and Derek many many more years of friendship and fun together, just let me tag along every once and a while. I love you and pray for a fast and easy recovery. See you soon.
Frances
I think you hit it right on Frances, I've never in my life been so proud, honored and lucky to have someone in my life. Seeing Frankie do this for Derek really, really makes me want to be a better person just because of it.
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