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How would a transplant affect your daily activities?
Your family’s daily activities?
Possible Conversations
These examples can give you ideas about what to say to
family and friends.
How can I tell people that I have kidney disease?
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“I want to talk to you about my health.”
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“My kidneys don’t work well on their own anymore.”
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“I’m talking with my doctors about treatments.”
How can I let people know that I need a kidney without
asking?
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“My kidneys are failing and my doctor said I may
need a transplant.”
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“A living kidney transplant may offer the best
outcome.”
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“I need your support through this.”
What do I say to someone who wants to donate a
kidney to me?
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“It means a lot that you want to do this for me.”
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“I want to make sure this is what you want to do.”
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“We both need time to think about this.”
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“Are you ready for this? Is your family okay with it?”
What do I say if I have concerns about someone
donating a kidney to me?
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“I want to make sure you don’t feel pressured to
make this decision.”
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“Please take time to think about this. It is okay if you
change your mind.”
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