A year ago, Austin was active in sports and socializing with friends, but now he undergoes dialysis three times weekly due to kidney failure, a shocking turn of events for his family. They urge people to register as living donors, emphasizing that sharing Austin’s name and donating if there’s a match can elevate his position on the donor list. The cause of his kidney failure remains a mystery, though a theory suggests it might have been triggered by anesthesia and Advil administered during a dental procedure. His parents stress the importance of regular kidney function testing for children and teens and advocate for organ donation. They’re deeply grateful for the support they’ve received but emphasize the urgent need for a kidney transplant to restore normalcy to Austin’s life.
Parents advocate for routine kidney function testing for teenagers following the unexpected and unexplained kidney failure of their 16-year-old son
Updated on May 8, 2024