If someone has severe type 1 diabetes and faces complications like:

Severe low blood sugar episodes (hypoglycemia).

Difficulty managing blood sugar with insulin therapy.

Severe complications, like kidney failure, nerve damage, or vision problems.

Age: Older individuals may face higher surgical risks. Chronic conditions such as heart disease, lung disease, or infections can increase these risks.

Rejection: The body might reject a new organ, necessitating immunosuppressant medications.

 Do's:

Take medications: Immunosuppressants to prevent rejection.

Attend regular follow-ups: To monitor the health and function of the new pancreas.

Eat a healthy diet: Balanced meals that promote healing and overall health.

Stay active: Engage in light physical activities once cleared by the doctor.

 Don'ts:

Avoid skipping medications: Missing doses can lead to organ rejection.

Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activities immediately after surgery.

Avoid infections: Avoid large crowds and people who are sick, as immunosuppressants weaken the immune system.

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For this topic, our authors used some of the following resources:

Mayo Clinic | Pancreas transplant

National Institutes of Health (.gov) | Pancreas Transplantation

NHS Blood and Transplant | Pancreas - Organ transplantation

Johns Hopkins Medicine | Pancreas Transplantation

Cleveland Clinic | Kidney-Pancreas Transplant: Procedure, Risks & Recovery