So I have a friend who is in desperate need of a kidney and is starting the search for a donor. I applied and got a call this morning. They told me that since my surgery was done in July they won't even consider me. That sleeved persons have to wait at least 10-15 years! But all research I have done has stated this is not a barrier to stop a donation.....So bummed!!

I had the same problem with being tested to be a bone marrow donor because of my heart issues it was a no go. I think it just means you are meant to help your friend in other ways.

I tried to donate blood and was turned away because I lived in Germany from 2000-2002. I don't understand why they take blood from anybody off the street (think the plasma centers that pay people) but living in a middle class life in Europe ruled me out do to the mad cow thing in Britain at the time.

10-15 years? what a strange number? I could see 12 months maybe, but why so far out?

Yeah I am not sure of the hows and whys. Just super bummed that my friend is so dependent on this and now I can't help. I know there must be something or some other way I am supposed to help.....but....

They told me that there are other complications for a bariatric patient than a "regular" patient.