Episode 159: She Donated Her Kidney to Save Her Sister | Lynsey’s Living Donor Story

In this powerful episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, Dee Moore speaks with Lynsey, living kidney donor and sister to Carla, whose story listeners heard in the previous episode.

This conversation explores the other side of kidney transplantation: the perspective of the person who makes the life-changing decision to donate.

Lynsey shares the emotional reality of watching her sister become seriously unwell, the moment she realised something was wrong, and the journey towards becoming a living donor. Together, Dee and Lynsey discuss family, fear, love, guilt, hope, and the extraordinary bond between sisters.

This deeply moving episode shines a light on living kidney donation, the impact of kidney disease on families, and the incredible gift of life that living donors provide.

Topics discussed include: • Recognising that something was seriously wrong • Watching a loved one face kidney failure • The emotional impact of living donation • Family dynamics during chronic illness • Testing and preparing to become a donor • Recovery after kidney donation • Life after transplant • The importance of raising awareness about living kidney donation

If you or someone you love is navigating kidney disease, dialysis, transplant, or considering living donation, this episode offers insight, honesty, and hope.

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For more information about living kidney donation and support services:

Kidney Care UK

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https://www.kidneycareuk.org/about-kidney-health/living-kidney-disease/kidney-kitchen/

NHS Blood & Transplant:

Website: www.organdonation.nhs.uk

Twitter: NHS Blood & Transplant: @NHSBT NHS Organ Donation: @NHSOrganDonor

Facebook: www.facebook.com/nhsorgandonor

Instagram: NHS Organ Donation: @nhsorgandonor

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/nhsorgandonation/channels

For Further Information Visit:

National Black, Asian, Mixed Race and Minority Ethnic Transplant Alliance Website: www.nbta-uk.org.uk/

GOLD (Gift of Living Donation)

Website: www.giftoflivingdonation.co.uk Instagram: @giftoflivingdonation Twitter: @delaidowu Email: [email protected]

Give a Kidney Charity

Website: www.giveakidney.or

Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.