cirrhosis or not??

[Plecos]

I was asked to take part in a Fatty Liver clinical research study and had to go through a number of pre tests to establish I was suitable for the study. After many blood tests/fibro scans etc I had a Liver Biopsy. Unfortunately, this showed I had Cirrhosis of the Liver and I was unable to go forward with the study.

After going with this to my GP, I was referred to a Liver Specialist.

However, my Specialist is saying I do not have Cirrhosis of the Liver? He has only done blood tests that show my liver is fine?

I am not sure what to do now, as surely (which I have told him) a Biopsy is far more comprehensive than a blood test?

Not sure where to go now? What treatment I should be having or not have?

I am feeling a little confused, specially as I DON’T drink alcohol?

[MINTVCX]

Have you shown your Liver Specialist all your test results (incuding biopsy and ultrasound, fibroscan)?

Biopsy can also be wrong but regarding fibrosis/cirrhosis is considered to be the gold standard.

If I were you I would maybe see other hepatologist to make everything clear.

[Fibro2021 in reply to MINTVCX]

I will only note that an incorrect biopsy will rather decrease the result than increase it to the level of cirrhosis.

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Serum tests are pretty much meaningless when it comes to diagnosing cirrhosis.. And MRI is the only way to fly.

[BritishLiverTrust8 Moderator British Liver Trust]

Dear Plecos

If you [are in the UK and] would find it useful to talk things over, our nurse-led helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm on 0800 652 7330 (excluding bank holidays)

Best wishes

British Liver Trust