Thanks to all those who wished me well. I got my report today. F2, and low end I might add. Dr said mild to moderate scarring. No concerns. Continue monitoring π
Fibroscan : Thanks to all those who wished me... - PBC Foundation
Fibroscan
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Gwillistexas,
Don't you find it interesting that your ultrasound didn't pick up what your fibroscan did? π
I'm hoping to have a fibroscan in November. My ultrasound last Monday came back fine but then the technician told me ultrasound only picks up cysts or tumors.... not fibrosis. So I'm getting a fibroscan too.
Stella
I have been reading a lot on fibroscan. It was developed in Paris, France. From all info, it is gaining momentum vs biopsy. It apparently gives much better stage diagnosis. I'm with you, I don't clearly understand all info gained from ultrasound. π
Gwillistexas,
Well, the insurance paid the hospital $2,000 approx (more) for that ultrasound, and for what?? It didn't help one bit in looking for fibrosis which is what I had it for! Makes me mad. A Fibroscan is what I needed. Makes me wonder about my hepatologist too.
So glad you got your results and that's over with πkeep taking care of yourself β€
Stella
Hi. Without wanting to frighten anyone, people with PBC are slightly more at risk of getting liver cancer. So actually it's great that you got an ultrasound! I myself have 8 benign tumours picked up & now monitored via ultrasound. My philosophy is take all the tests you're offered! I think that docs use all the results to build an overall picture.
Fantastic news! π I'm so very happy for you!