Pre and Post Heart/Lung Transplant

Take a look at what a life with a new transplanted lung(s) or heart will look like, and what you will need to know to be successful after a transplant.

Patients and caregivers should report ANY signs and symptoms of infections (fever, chills, body aches, etc) at onset.

What is Acute Rejection?

What type of rejection is the most common in the first 6 months of transplant?

When should a patient let their pharmacy/coordinator know they need a medication refill?

What are examples of things to track at home and communicate to your coordinator?

What are important skin care tips post-transplant?

What is good dental care post-transplant?

It can be a common complication for post-transplant patients to experience anxiety, depression, mood swings and insomnia.

It is important to practice safe sex after transplant.

You cannot receive any live virus vaccines after transplant.

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Thank you for your interest in The Transplant Center at Memorial Hermann. It is important that our patients take part in their preparedness and education in order to have a successful transplant and post-transplant life. If you have any questions feel free to call the social workers or your transplant coordinator at the Center for Advanced Heart Failure at (713) 704-4300.

Thank you for your interest in The Transplant Center at Memorial Hermann. It is important that our patients take part in their preparedness and education in order to have a successful transplant and post-transplant life. If you have any questions feel free to call the social workers or your transplant coordinator at the Center for Advanced Heart Failure at (713) 704-4300.

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