Helene Campbell, Double Lung Transplant Patient, Back In Hospital

CP  |  By Posted: 05/10/2012 4:00 am Updated: 05/10/2012 7:53 pm

TORONTO - Helene Campbell, the 21-year-old Ottawa woman recovering from a double-lung transplant, is back in Toronto General Hospital after experiencing shortness of breath.

A blog posting late Wednesday by her mother, Manon, says Helene was readmitted to hospital on Sunday night.

She is undergoing various tests to help determine the reasons for her shortness of breath and to help the medical team decide on a course of treatment.

Manon Campbell writes that infection and rejection remain major risks as it is for all transplant patients, especially at this stage of recovery.

She adds that while waiting for more tests and results, Helene’s attitude remains ”strong and positive.”

Campbell became the unofficial face of organ donation in Canada after attracting celebrity endorsements for her cause.

She was diagnosed with advanced idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis last October and underwent surgery at Toronto General Hospital earlier this month.

Pop superstar Justin Bieber helped catapult Campbell into the spotlight by endorsing her campaign.

Campbell later appeared on Ellen DeGeneres' daytime talk show via Skype and has been invited to return in person once she recovers.

Campbell has been keeping her supporters posted on her progress through her blog _ alungstory.ca _ and her Twitter account, which currently boasts more than 14,000 followers.

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TORONTO - Helene Campbell, the 21-year-old Ottawa woman recovering from a double-lung transplant, is back in Toronto General Hospital after experiencing shortness of breath.A blog posting late Wednesd...
TORONTO - Helene Campbell, the 21-year-old Ottawa woman recovering from a double-lung transplant, is back in Toronto General Hospital after experiencing shortness of breath.A blog posting late Wednesd...
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DeceitinDrugs
04:00 PM on 05/10/2012
With major surgery, there may develop complications.

Stay positive & God's blessing for a speedy recovery.
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ibivi
I miss Molly Ivins
01:58 PM on 05/10/2012
I was rather shocked to hear that she had been released from the hospital because I thought it was too soon. She needs monitoring as it is early days. Best wishes Helene!
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Turdinthepunchbowl
I float, therefore I am
12:22 PM on 05/10/2012
Hang in there kiddo.
10:33 AM on 05/10/2012
Helene, you are in all our hearts and prayers. Stay strong, continue to believe that you can do it. You have taught us so much. I hope you will be home to spend Mother's Day with your Mother, what bigger gift to give her.
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basinr
The truth and nothing but the truth
10:12 AM on 05/10/2012
Wish her the best
TheRenaissanceMan
A starry-eyed idealist with too much time
10:08 AM on 05/10/2012
Keep fighting :)
Keeping that shining smile on your face will keep you healthy and happy! Stay with your positive attitude, Helene! You're a beacon of hope to us all.
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giantsteps
09:52 AM on 05/10/2012
Keep going young lady.
evecaren
Every cloud has a silver lining
09:45 AM on 05/10/2012
Helene, you are in my prayers. I hope you can be with your family soon.
I wish you all the best in your continuing recovery. You are strong of spirit
and you are a fighter. God bless you and keep you safe.
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o3mta3o
09:23 AM on 05/10/2012
Awwww. don't give up sweetie! everyone is cheering for you to get well! a little disheartening to see that this girl is back in hospital however with such a big procedure one can expect a hiccup or two in the healing process.
08:56 AM on 05/10/2012
Hope this just a minor glitsh. My thoughts are with Helene.