How long is donor recovery?
Most people return to normal activity within a few weeks to a couple of months.
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Living donor recovery: what to expect
Recovery after donating a kidney, and what the follow-up involves.
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Short Answer
Most donors leave hospital within a few days and return to normal activity within weeks, with lifelong routine follow-up of kidney function and blood pressure.
Medical Facts
- Donor recovery usually takes a few weeks to a couple of months.
- Lifelong follow-up of kidney function and blood pressure is recommended.
Treatment or Donation Options
- Plan for some pain and tiredness in the first weeks.
- Attend long-term follow-up appointments.
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