Woman with Lupus-Related Kidney Failure Receives Life-Saving Donation from Her Daughter, an EMT
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Lexi Lane
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Summary
A 70-year-old woman with lupus, Curlean Phillips, experienced kidney failure requiring grueling dialysis treatment. Her daughter, Chanda Cason, an EMT, stepped in as a living kidney donor to save her mother's life. The story highlights their close relationship and the emotional journey of living donation, shared exclusively with PEOPLE.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledLast year, I began dialysis, which was a grueling experience, initially requiring treatment seven days a week.
This period was draining for my body and spirit, leaving me depressed and unable to live a full life.
When my friends went on a big vacation to Dubai, I could not join.
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