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What to do next?

New to the forum. Was a steady drinker (now abstain) since my late teens now in 50’s. Went to Dr about 6 months ago (after ignoring early signs) with bloating,...

New to the forum. Was a steady drinker (now abstain) since my late teens now in ...

Bass12

•3 years ago

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Fundraising for the British Liver Trust

We can only drive forward our mission to transform the nation’s liver health thanks to our supporters - that’s why this summer we’re asking you (or loved ones)...

We can only drive forward our mission to transform the nation’s liver health tha...

Hidden

•3 years ago

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NAFLD SURVEY

I am very happy to supply details of my NAFLD the cause of which is a mystery but may possible be the result of surfing in unhealthy seawater in the 1960/70s

I am very happy to supply details of my NAFLD the cause of which is a mystery bu...

JimmyJackson

•3 years ago

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Liver lesions after biopsy?

I was wondering if it’s normal to have changes after biopsy. I had a CT in July that showed only enlarged liver with Riedel’s lobe and the same in an MRI in...

I was wondering if it’s normal to have changes after biopsy. I had a CT in July ...

Amethyst91

•3 years ago

1 Reply

NAFLD patients who would like to share their story with the British Liver Trust

Have you been diagnosed with non-alcohol related fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? If so, we'd love to hear about what action you're taking to improve your liver...

Have you been diagnosed with non-alcohol related fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? If...

Hidden

•3 years ago

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Are my nails Terry nails?

Hello guys, am wondering if my nails are terry nails, as after a i saw them and Googled it I had full liver blood test, diabetes, kidney test came back normal...

Hello guys, am wondering if my nails are terry nails, as after a i saw them and ...

Hum1991

•3 years ago

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Fatty liver Pain

Hello I’m new to this and although everyone says I’m being ridiculous I wonder if anyone can help. Last year I had ultrasound for pelvis and an incidental...

Hello I’m new to this and although everyone says I’m being ridiculous I wonder ...

Seoe

•3 years ago

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Laura009

Good morning all, I cant seem to find Laura009 on the site anymore? Thank you Martha

Good morning all, I cant seem to find Laura009 on the site anymore? Thank you M...

MarthaRock

•3 years ago

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Fibroscan Scores 20.3kPa and cap 255dB/m Should I be concerned?

Hi, This is my first post although I have been on here for 4 years. I found out I had cirrhosis after attending the out of hours doctor with the helpof my...

Hi, This is my first post although I have been on here for 4 years. I found ou...

Nitro1977

•3 years ago

1 Reply

DVLA

Hi Guys has anyone got a driving licence for more than 1 year who has alcohol issues in the past I've got mine back but only for 1 year yet again. TIA Hayley...

Hi Guys has anyone got a driving licence for more than 1 year who has alcohol is...

bintcliffe

•3 years ago

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Preparing for Transplant

Can anyone give me advice on how to prepare for transplant. My husband is listed and I feel like for me, organising things and getting ready goes a long way...

Can anyone give me advice on how to prepare for transplant. My husband is listed...

Ewife

•3 years ago

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Day 21 Hubby update - looks like he might be heading back to square one

Sorry but this is going to be a long one, as I need your support today, I think it is all getting to me and you guys are always telling me to look after myself...

Sorry but this is going to be a long one, as I need your support today, I think ...

mumof3girls

•3 years ago

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Could it be something else?

Two years ago I was diagnosed with fatty liver disease. I've had an ultrasound, fibroscan and mre of my abdomen. All tests have come back confirming that I...

Two years ago I was diagnosed with fatty liver disease. I've had an ultrasound, ...

Pmickelson1

•3 years ago

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Bit of an update and maybe some more advice

Hi again, I posted a month ago and said I would update. I decided to wait until I had a clearer picture (although it feels I haven't quite) and would like to...

Hi again, I posted a month ago and said I would update. I decided to wait until...

Wile

•3 years ago

9 Replies

Very confused!

I wrote here before about my fatty liver and am very confused by my results.. I've been told that bloods don't show advanced fibrosis but then my ultrasound...

I wrote here before about my fatty liver and am very confused by my results.. I...

Jaygee87

•3 years ago

7 Replies

Advice or words of wisdom welcome

Morning peeps. I'm new to this so please excuse me if I'm a bit vague or completely off track. Around October last year I went to the Dr as my pulse rate was...

Morning peeps. I'm new to this so please excuse me if I'm a bit vague or complet...

Hidden

•3 years ago

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Hepatitis B carrier since last 21 years.

21 yrs ago when when I had blood test done during my first pregnancy, dr told mr I have Australian antigen positive. I didn’t kone what was that. Then had...

21 yrs ago when when I had blood test done during my first pregnancy, dr told mr...

Kalujacky

•3 years ago

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Liver Pain, lots of symptoms, normal results

Going a bit crazy here. Ultrasound of liver normal, all blood work, normal, fibroscan came back showing no fibrosis. But I have “liver pain”. Right upper...

Going a bit crazy here. Ultrasound of liver normal, all blood work, normal, fib...

Olly2021

•3 years ago

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Recurring Hepatic Encephalopathy

Hello everyone, it’s been a while since I posted and I hope everyone is staying encouraged and strong on your journey. I wrote last year about my brother and...

Hello everyone, it’s been a while since I posted and I hope everyone is staying ...

Prhey305

•3 years ago

3 Replies

F 2 fibrosis, what now.

Hello community, The last couple of years have been tough I l lost my brother and got diagnosed with sarcoidosis. I abused alcohol for 4 years. 6 months ago I...

Hello community, The last couple of years have been tough I l lost my brother an...

T234

•3 years ago

10 Replies

Mild liver echotexture

Hello,please can mild liver echotexture turns to cirrhosis despite taking Tenofovir 245mg daily?

Hello,please can mild liver echotexture turns to cirrhosis despite taking Te...

adexbola86

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Ascities

Hi, I have been on here before asking about Ascities but things have now changed leaving me a little baffled. When first diagnosed with NAFLD I was draining 7...

Hi, I have been on here before asking about Ascities but things have now changed...

dexiondave

•3 years ago

2 Replies

What to do? Who can help? Where to go?

My partner was diagnosed with decompensated liver disease a year ago and is not making good progress. He is painfully thin and I suspect is suffering from...

My partner was diagnosed with decompensated liver disease a year ago and is not ...

051103

•3 years ago

22 Replies

Elevated ALT Levels

My ALT level is 186 - taking some vitamins - Zinc, NMND would this cause the elevation?

My ALT level is 186 - taking some vitamins - Zinc, NMND would this cause the ele...

mikewilliamf

•3 years ago

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Balance issues and falling

Hi All, is it common to have balance issues with decompensated cirrhosis- enough that if you step backwards you cant stop yourself from falling backwards ?...

Hi All, is it common to have balance issues with decompensated cirrhosis- enough...

RAGNOR

•3 years ago

8 Replies

How long have I got, and can I change it?

So, I was originally diagnosed with Hep C back in 2010 following stabbing myself with a dirty needle when I worked for the NHS, and was later diagnosed with...

So, I was originally diagnosed with Hep C back in 2010 following stabbing myself...

TonyHarrison

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Private Messaging Reminder

Due to a recent increase in activity and reporting, may we remind all forum members that -(as per our community guidelines) to - Keep communication......

Due to a recent increase in activity and reporting, may we remind all forum memb...

Hidden

•3 years ago

Having ascites, showing bad reaction to Spironolactone, and Furosemide. What to do now? Need your advice

Last November I've been told that I have some (not much) ascites and was prescribed Spironolactone 100mg one a day, I took the tablet, about 4 or 5 days later,...

Last November I've been told that I have some (not much) ascites and was prescri...

Rose2000

•3 years ago

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Transplant Rejection

So, that’s where I am. Blood test results indicate it’s rejecting, heading back to hospital tomorrow for scan, more blood tests, possible admission, biopsy and...

So, that’s where I am. Blood test results indicate it’s rejecting, heading back ...

Braveheart65

•3 years ago

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Worried of A deteriorating liver

I had my bloods, ultra sound and fibro scan done 4 months ago and my next appointment is in April. Although the specialist said my hep b viral load has...

I had my bloods, ultra sound and fibro scan done 4 months ago and my next appoin...

Hidden

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Posts - British Liver Trust | HealthUnlocked

British Liver Trust

All posts for February 2021

What to do next?

Fundraising for the British Liver Trust

NAFLD SURVEY

Liver lesions after biopsy?

NAFLD patients who would like to share their story with the British Liver Trust

Are my nails Terry nails?

Fatty liver Pain

Laura009

Fibroscan Scores 20.3kPa and cap 255dB/m Should I be concerned?

DVLA

Preparing for Transplant

Day 21 Hubby update - looks like he might be heading back to square one

Could it be something else?

Bit of an update and maybe some more advice

Very confused!

Advice or words of wisdom welcome

Hepatitis B carrier since last 21 years.

Liver Pain, lots of symptoms, normal results

Recurring Hepatic Encephalopathy

F 2 fibrosis, what now.

Mild liver echotexture

Ascities

What to do? Who can help? Where to go?

Elevated ALT Levels

Balance issues and falling

How long have I got, and can I change it?

Private Messaging Reminder

Having ascites, showing bad reaction to Spironolactone, and Furosemide. What to do now? Need your advice

Transplant Rejection

Worried of A deteriorating liver

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