Lucha libre legend Konnan successfully underwent kidney transplant surgery in 2007. This was necessary due to years of painkiller and anti-inflammatory medication usage. Sadly though, two years ago, it was reported he needed a second transplant, which was obviously heartbreaking news to the former WCW star. And now, while speaking on his podcast, he has revealed that it has been a struggle even to record the show over the last eight months. Additionally, adding he has no energy and is struggling to cope with the situation.
I just started dialysis today. I can tell you that for the last eight months, and I really usually don’t bring it up to you guys because that’s just the way I am, but the last eight months have been torture for me, mentally and physically. It’s been very, very, very hard to go to work to do this show. Thank God it’s the only thing I have to do, but even getting on a plane has been torture for me. I feel weak. I feel lethargic. I feel despondent, no energy, irritable, depressed. You name it, bro. I’m just not myself. It’s been really, really hard, and it’s been really hard for me to cope with this.
On average, a kidney transplant lasts between 10 and 12 years, so Konnan’s first would be classed as a success. Thankfully it’s understood he is currently on a waiting list; however, it’s estimated to be seven years long in the US, so he is also looking at the possibility of getting the procedure carried out in Mexico. That, though, has not speeded up the process so far, and it’s known he has spoken to fans about a potential donation.
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