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Immunosupressants are taken, so that the body does not reject the transplanted organ. But as such developing of tolerance is rarely seen.
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Why is it necessary for doctors to give organ transplant patient a drug called cyclosporine?
After undergoing an organ transplant, it is necessary for patients to take drugs called immunosuppressants for the rest of their lives. Cyclosporine is a commonly used drug for this purpose. It is extremely important that people who have had a transplant take this drug every day as directed because if they don't, their body may reject the organ. The body's immune system recognizes the new organ as foreign and it attacks it. Drugs such as cyclosporine will suppress the immune system so that it cannot destroy the organ.
Why is there a market for organ transplant tourism?
The simplistic explanation is because there are not enough organs or facilities in the person's home country to guarantee that they can be transplanted safely. Sometimes being able to afford a transplant is also an issue, in which case going abroad for a transplant may prove cheaper.
What happens when one receives a lung transplant?
In a lung transplant, a diseased lung is removed and may be replaced by a deceased donor's lung. The name for this kind of transplant is a cadaveric transplant. There are also transplants called living donor transplants. So that the body does not reject the transplanted organ, an immunosuppressant drug must be taken by the patient usually for life.
Why are transplanted organs often rejected by the person that receiceves them?
Because people might think that the organ doners may have AIDS or HIV and do not want to catch it from them by getting the transplant.
Disadvantage of organ transplant?
Some disadvantages of organ transplants include rejection, high cost, and compatibility. Organs have a very limited lifespan outside the body which requires transplants to be completed in a matter of hours.
Why do people transplant organs?
If you are unlucky enough to have a failing organ. And a better, healthier one is available. they will give you an organ transplant. This will change your life. take for an example. You have renal failure due to stage 2 diabetes's. You need new kidneys. Some poor soul has lost their life in a horrible accident. And they have a little note on the back of their license saying that the are a organ donor. they then track you down and in a long surgery process you may have a new life.
Can babies have organ transplants?
Usually no, if theyre giving then usually their organs are too small OR they arent completely developed. If they are receiving usually the organ they are receiving is too big and wont fit in the cavity the baby's original organ belongs. Also, even after the transplant the body may reject the organ, just as your body rejects a splinter. So it could die if the body rejects the organ.
What are short-term complications of an organ transplant?
pneumonia and other infectious diseases; excessive bleeding; and liver disorders caused by blocked blood vessels. In addition, the new organ may be rejected
Can kidney transplant patient drink green tea?
IMPORTANT! ALWAYS ASK YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE MAKING ANY HEALTH RELATED DECISION. I personally have been a green tea drinker all my life till I had a kidney transplant. My transplant doctor explained the following reasons why patients with an organ transplant should not drink Green Tea. 1. One reason why a transplant recepient takes transplant drugs is to suppress their immune (lower their white cell count) to prevent organ rejection. Green Tea raises one's immune system which may be good for a normal person but not a transplant recepient. 2. Also, the transplant drugs have chemicals that help the body to accept the new organ. Green Tea basically detoxify ( removes the potent of the transplant drugs) which may be good again for a normal person but dangerous for a transplant recepient. The Green Tea flushes the transplant drugs out of the system which suppose to always stay at a constant level (That is why taking your transplant meds at the right time is very crucial for the survival of the transplanted organ). To sum it up, if you are a transplant recepient don't drink GREEN TEA. However, ask your doctor because everyone has different circumstances. And remember to protect and cherish that life saving organ which had been given unselfishly out of love.
What would happen if your body system fails?
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Does chronic cholestasis require a liver transplant?
A liver transplant may become necessary if complications occur
What is the positives and negatives of organ transplantation?
Positives: enhances quality of life for the patient (and their families/friends), provides employment for many people in the NHS/health service, provides interesting information on how the human body reacts to immunological challenges, enhances scientific understanding.Negatives: Cost (they are expensive, however improved quality of life which results from the transplant is always seen to outweigh the cost). And the risks involved in the surgery and post-op: anaesthesia risks, infection, allergic reactions, rejection risk, scarring (obviously!). Most patients will experience a period of weakness/illness immediately after transplant, which usually includes some vomiting. This lasts 2-3 weeks, but is a slight negative of organ transplants (not that this reason would actually put anybody off if they needed a transplant.) Some patients may find it difficult to adapt psychologically to a transplant, which may require some counselling (however patients are always screened beforehand to assess their ability to handle a transplant psychologically - this process does minimise the issue from arising. )The necessity of long term medication post transplant could be seen as a negative, but I consider it a negative "as the result of organ transplantation aftercare" (i.e a negative that happens afterwards) rather than a negative of organ transplantation.
