Support James’s Kidney Transplant Journey

James’s transplant fund covers Mayo Clinic expenses and ongoing recovery after kidney failure

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Support James’s Kidney Transplant Journey

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My name is James Zampathas, and I’m reaching out for support as I face a challenging chapter in my life. Several years ago, I developed a bladder infection that led to a blockage in my prostate. I was treated in the emergency room with Ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic that unfortunately caused a severe allergic reaction (and has a 10% toxic allergic reaction) and damaged my kidneys. After six months, I found myself in the hospital and on dialysis. Despite this setback, I worked closely with my doctors, focused on my health, and was able to stay off dialysis for almost four years. During that time, I returned to the ocean and enjoyed life as much as possible, but my kidneys continued to decline. Eventually, my doctor advised me to return to dialysis, and she was right. I ended up back in the hospital, where I’ve spent the last fifteen months fighting to regain my strength.

Now, I am moving forward with hope: I was approved for a kidney transplant at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona. But my Kaiser Nephrologist mistook my complaint that I didn't like my blood thinners he had prescribed as a declining of, that I would not take it, and wrote the Mayo that I would not and they kicked me off their program!! I complained to them but they said their decision was final! I had high blood pressure for two months aT 220/120 because of 4 liters of water in my lungs from dialysis which broke the capillaries in my eyes causing partial blindness for a month. Thank god I went for Stem Cellls in December and have been taking peptides and I have cleaned my kidneys with newer recently developed simple products.

I still need help! Please if possible.
The economic slowdown has affected my income, making it even harder to cover these costs. I am deeply grateful for the support I’ve received so far, and I’m asking for your help to get through this next stage. Every donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference in my recovery and my future. Thank you for your kindness and support.

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James Zampathas
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Waimea/Kamuela CDP, HI
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