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Ggtp anomaly

Dear all, I hope someone can shed some light on this for me. I would class myself as a moderate drinker, but my work(sales) often requires me to entertain...

Dear all, I hope someone can shed some light on this for me. I would class mysel...

nosferatu

•11 years ago

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I cannot remember what site to look on for the child score A B & C & need to know High Low etc. Can you help plz.

Ruby52

•11 years ago

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Bit confused

I was diagnosed with ALD and cirrhosis in April by ultrasound and blood tests. I was quite ill with ascites at that point and it had to be drained. I have...

I was diagnosed with ALD and cirrhosis in April by ultrasound and blood tests. I...

JoJo

•11 years ago

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I had a Fibroscan this afternoon and they said that the readings were as low as 2 but as high as being in the 70's

They now want to do another on Monday. I am also having a cam pill on Monday. Does anyone know why I should have that reading as they wont say.

They now want to do another on Monday. I am also having a cam pill on Monday. Do...

lanceslot1

•11 years ago

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Hi There, Braggs Apple cider vinegar has many health benefits, has anyone any experience or advice on taking this with AIH/PBC. Thanks

hownow

•11 years ago

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A straw poll question - how many people who have any type of liver disease also have an underactive thyroid?

The reason for the question is I know of two others including myself who have been taking thyroxine for many years and all have liver cirrhosis - just curious?

The reason for the question is I know of two others including myself who have be...

cookiecrumbles

•11 years ago

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what liver damage could i have and how can i self treat it?

i had blood tests done which showed i had liver damage i then didnt drink for 4 weeks and had more blood tests there was no improvement so i now have to do...

i had blood tests done which showed i had liver damage i then didnt drink for 4 ...

lisasandhu

•11 years ago

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Herniation of liver in chest

Hi everyone. I'm suffering here. I don't think anyone can help me. I'm not used to this site, it looks as if people can't see all I write about. So I'll have...

Hi everyone. I'm suffering here. I don't think anyone can help me. I'm not used ...

Hidden

•11 years ago

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Herniation of liver in chest

Hi Bolly, the liver was found in my chest after I'd had my hysterectomy, I was complaining of pain behind my sternum and had a CT scan. None of the doctors...

Hi Bolly, the liver was found in my chest after I'd had my hysterectomy, I was c...

Hidden

•11 years ago

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Transplant experience

I have had an account of my experience of diagnosis of haemochromatosis and subsequent liver transplant published in "A Patient's Journey" feature in the BMJ....

I have had an account of my experience of diagnosis of haemochromatosis and subs...

Hidden

•11 years ago

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I'm 58yrs old and 2 1/2yrs ago the doctors found I've got part of the left lobe of liver herniating through the diaphragm . Who's heard this

I constantly feel nauseous and frequently vomit. I'm tired all the time and can't eat much. I've lost weight. I'm not jaundiced. I suffer upper gastric pain....

I constantly feel nauseous and frequently vomit. I'm tired all the time and can'...

Hidden

•11 years ago

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Hi , ive recently been diagnosed with Fatty liver disease , im due to have a biopsy on the 6-9-13, would like a heads up about this please .

rocketrobbie

•11 years ago

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Any tips on getting through a gastroscopy/OGD?

I have got my first one this week and I am scared! Has anyone got any tips or advice on how to get through this procedure or is it just a case of getting on...

I have got my first one this week and I am scared! Has anyone got any tips or ad...

JoJo

•11 years ago

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What are advantages and disadvantages of seeing Hepatologist as against those of seeing Gastroenterologist?

I have observed that in many postings on this site when answering questions raised by people newly diagnosed with liver disease it is advocated that the person...

I have observed that in many postings on this site when answering questions rais...

findasolution

•11 years ago

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I am new to the web site my partner Colin has chronic liver failure.I am finding it a little difficult to cope as I dont know What to expect

Does anyone know the best helpline to use to get advice on what I can expect to happen in terms of Colin's condition?

Does anyone know the best helpline to use to get advice on what I can expect to ...

Colin4eileen

•11 years ago

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questions after transplant

hi everyone,had my transplant on 24/6/2013 since then my meds have been up an down,now on 6mg adoport,750 mycrophenelat,10 mg penniselone,,and i feel great but...

hi everyone,had my transplant on 24/6/2013 since then my meds have been up an do...

paulivicky

•11 years ago

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Can anyone give me Info on live downer

My husband has ask me about being a live downer as I am in the latter stag with my liver, I no about height, weight should be alike, but what about blood group...

My husband has ask me about being a live downer as I am in the latter stag with ...

Ruby52

•11 years ago

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Thank you all

What a day, confusion again three years of it now. But reading all the comments on here make me understand how lucky I am. I just want to say that all your...

What a day, confusion again three years of it now. But reading all the comments ...

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•11 years ago

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How long will the results come through from a CT scan

My mum is on the liver transplant list - she has psc. she has just been told she is being taken off the list due a growth seen on her liver from the scan she...

My mum is on the liver transplant list - she has psc. she has just been told sh...

annielebois

•11 years ago

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Immunosuppressant question

Just trying to get an idea what may be next for me. I have sort of AIH/PBC overlap, well autoimmune cholangiopathy to be precise, diagnosed a while ago, now...

Just trying to get an idea what may be next for me. I have sort of AIH/PBC over...

witchiegirl

•11 years ago

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Help Please Advice Needed ASAPxx

Hi I wonder if anybody can give me some advice please. My mother in law has been diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver. She is an alcoholic however until...

Hi I wonder if anybody can give me some advice please. My mother in law has bee...

mrsmcd09

•11 years ago

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Has anyone got any advice on how to deal with cramp with cirrhosis.

My husband has just increased water tablets to get rid of ascites but suffering with more cramps. What about tonic water with quinine?

My husband has just increased water tablets to get rid of ascites but suffering ...

Hidden

•11 years ago

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Does anyone have experience of taking Ursodeoxycholic acid to relieve the itching associated with AIH?

I was diagnosed with AIH earlier this year and have recently finished taking Prednisilone, my LFT's have returned to normal, and I am currently taking...

I was diagnosed with AIH earlier this year and have recently finished taking Pre...

SLP23

•11 years ago

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My son took a Paracetamol/Ibuprofen overdose 3 weeks ago, admitted to A&E then self-discharged after a week... how do I look after him?

He took over 40 x 500mgs Paracetamol, over 20 x 600mgs Ibuprofen and ? x 2mgs Diazepam...His LFT was 3,558 but had started to decrease in hospital - he went to...

He took over 40 x 500mgs Paracetamol, over 20 x 600mgs Ibuprofen and ? x 2mgs Di...

Queenie50

•11 years ago

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Confused over terminology and advice on diagnosis of ALD

Hi, I recently had a Fibroscan, blood test and consultation privately as a result of my chronic alcohol issue as my GP has not been helpful in supporting or...

Hi, I recently had a Fibroscan, blood test and consultation privately as a resu...

jellybelly

•11 years ago

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Ggtp anomaly

I cannot remember what site to look on for the child score A B & C & need to know High Low etc. Can you help plz.

Bit confused

I had a Fibroscan this afternoon and they said that the readings were as low as 2 but as high as being in the 70's

Hi There, Braggs Apple cider vinegar has many health benefits, has anyone any experience or advice on taking this with AIH/PBC. Thanks

A straw poll question - how many people who have any type of liver disease also have an underactive thyroid?

what liver damage could i have and how can i self treat it?

Herniation of liver in chest

Herniation of liver in chest

Transplant experience

I'm 58yrs old and 2 1/2yrs ago the doctors found I've got part of the left lobe of liver herniating through the diaphragm . Who's heard this

Hi , ive recently been diagnosed with Fatty liver disease , im due to have a biopsy on the 6-9-13, would like a heads up about this please .

Any tips on getting through a gastroscopy/OGD?

What are advantages and disadvantages of seeing Hepatologist as against those of seeing Gastroenterologist?

I am new to the web site my partner Colin has chronic liver failure.I am finding it a little difficult to cope as I dont know What to expect

questions after transplant

Can anyone give me Info on live downer

Thank you all

How long will the results come through from a CT scan

Immunosuppressant question

Help Please Advice Needed ASAPxx

Has anyone got any advice on how to deal with cramp with cirrhosis.

Does anyone have experience of taking Ursodeoxycholic acid to relieve the itching associated with AIH?

My son took a Paracetamol/Ibuprofen overdose 3 weeks ago, admitted to A&E then self-discharged after a week... how do I look after him?

Confused over terminology and advice on diagnosis of ALD

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