Donors need incentive to donate
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I've been told by numerous person that if they were to be compensated they would consider donating. More so considering aftercare for donors.
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kathyt68777 samantha52159
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Maybe they should be compensated for lost wages and actual expenses. But obviously if donors are compensated, organs would be for sale to the highest bidder. I'm sure many people would bankrupt themselves and more to get a kidney for a child, but do we want only those who can pay to get organs? I would like to donate, but am denied due to my medical history. The risk to me would be small, and I would be willing to take that risk; unfortunately, "they" say no.
samantha52159 kathyt68777
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jill55663 samantha52159
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samantha52159 jill55663
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It is a big step indeed! What about follow up checks after donating would the donor have those expenses reimbursed or maybe even covered under a medical plan? These are some of the major concerns that turn persons off from donating a kidney. Another issue raised is the possibly of career change or job change, I had one person say they worked in construction dealing being heavy machinery and the prospect of donating a kidney was an absolute no for him unless he's compensated where he may not have to return to construction but change careers to one that is less physically demanding for a person living with one kidney.
So again it goes back to opening up the pool and encouraging more people to come forward and be donors. We need more donors.
jill55663 samantha52159
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My understanding as a 71 year old donor (18 months ago) is a healthy donor left with one kidney has a normal life expectancy. If you were a boxer with increased risk of kidney damage you may be advised not to donate.