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I was seeing a Gastrologist now a Hepatologist.How often should I be getting blood work done?Gast. was every 4-5 months.Just started seeing my Hep. in November.Thanks!

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That would depend on what your hepatologist says given your situation. I see my hepatologist every 3 months. He tells me 3 or 4 months. I opt for 3.

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gwillistexas

My GI first tried me on Urso & scheduled 3 month Lab. Was taken off Urso 2 weeks after starting & put on Ocaliva. Labs monthly for 3 months & now scheduled April

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Ballymahon2

I get mine done every 3 months

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jrobertson1

I have mine done once a year now. Was every 3 to 4 months when first diagnosed.

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mjk98

I've had my blood done since January 6 times

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Bonnieanne54

Every three months for the last 25 years

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