Can rejection be treated?
Many acute rejection episodes can be treated successfully with intensified immunosuppression if caught early. Chronic rejection is harder to reverse.
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Transplant rejection signs
How to recognize early signs of kidney transplant rejection and what to do immediately.
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Short Answer
Kidney transplant rejection can be acute or chronic; early detection through symptom awareness and regular testing is critical for graft survival.
Medical Facts
- Warning signs include fever, decreased urine output, swelling, pain over the graft site, and rising serum creatinine.
- Acute rejection episodes are most common in the first year but can occur at any time, especially if medication adherence lapses.
- A transplant kidney biopsy is often needed to confirm rejection and determine the type (cellular vs. antibody-mediated).
Treatment or Donation Options
- Contact your transplant team immediately if you notice any warning signs.
- Never miss immunosuppressant doses; set alarms and keep emergency supplies.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments and blood tests.
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