It's hard to believe this picture was taken over two years ago, and that it's been over one year since the kidney disease was first detected. It's been a long road, and we hope that recovery period is getting closer for Patrick and for his potential donor, Morgan.
Morgan has been waiting since October 19 for test results to determine if he can be a donor candidate. Mandatory procedures for all potential donors include extensive diagnostics including bloodwork, x-ray, ultrasound, MRI, EKG, etc. The purpose is to determine if the potential donor is in perfect health. If any health concerns are detected, the donation will not be permitted by the donor's medical team.
It's been a long 3 weeks waiting for results from Morgan's initial appointment. The verdict is still out. UNC has asked him to come back for further testing on November 21. This is not bad news, it's also not the good news that we were all hoping for. Morgan and Patrick are both anxious and feeling like their lives are on hold, full of unanswered questions and indefinite answers.
This means that Patrick will stay on dialysis at a clinic in Raleigh, until the time (if/when) the surgery can be scheduled. He and Morgan are now living in Chapel Hill, just a couple of miles from the hospital, where they are getting settled and adjusting to life not just as roommates, but as a living donor team. There is very little control that anyone can have in this situation, other than to be in tune with our bodies, minds and hearts, and take care and be gentle with ourselves, and each other. And take it day by day.
Hopefully by the beginning of December we will know if Patrick will be receiving Morgan's kidney. This is such an awesome possibility, that Morgan is willing to step up to give the gift of life. Please say prayers for both of them. Whatever happens, we know that we have love and support from all of our friends and family. with gratitude~
