Many more people have come forward to try and save the life of 17-year-old William Verden after his family won a landmark high court battle for a kidney transplant.
His mum Amy McLellen, 45, has sent a message of thanks to all those who have come forward.
She told The Sunday Mirror : "So many people have been touched by William’s story. They can see what a wonderful young man he is. We’ve had lots of people come forward in the hope that they are the crucial donor.
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"We are so thankful to everyone who has supported us throughout this horrendous ordeal.”
William's kidneys are being wrecked by a rare disease called FSGS. Doctors at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital ruled out a transplant because of complications – including his autism and ADHD – and recommended palliative care.
But last week a judge ruled that William should get a transplant whilst continuing dialysis.
Amy of Newton, Lancashire, added: "I especially want to thank the judge for taking the time to meet William. I feel that played a big part in the decision. Being a parent of a child with a learning disability shouldn’t mean you have to fight for what is given to other children and adults.
"And just because a doctor is a professional doesn’t mean they are always right. Parents know their children best.”
Children with William’s condition usually live to around 19 but can get to 40 after a transplant.
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