Organ Transplantation and Artificial Organs

Complications of Organ Transplantation

Diabetes can be a new problem or a problem that is exacerbated after the transplant High cholesterol doesn't have any symptoms itself, but it's still dangerous. It can clog up your blood vessels, possibly damage your donor organ, and eventually lead to heart disease. High blood pressure Again, the medicines you need can aggravate or cause high blood pressure gastrointestinal problems this is a fairly common side effect of steroids. Your health care professional may prescribe medication to help Gout A buildup of uric acid in the blood can result in gout, a painful inflammation of some joints Anxiety and depression People who have received a transplant have usually been through a lot of frightening and nerve-racking experiences Sexual problems Some people who have a transplant develop some sexual problems, such as a decreased sex drive or loss of function.