My Liver Biopsy Story
My liver biopsy story may be different than most. For one, it hurt like heck. Perhaps my experience was a little rough because of my late stage cirrhosis, and low platelets. You may be wondering which one is best. At
My liver biopsy story may be different than most. For one, it hurt like heck. Perhaps my experience was a little rough because of my late stage cirrhosis, and low platelets. You may be wondering which one is best. At
There are no FDA approved medications for those with fat MASH or MASLD liver disease. You can learn about the stages or find out where you are on the spectrum. I’ve beat liver cancer and love to encourage others to learn more about how the liver tries to heal itself. I’ve written for over a decade and have plenty of stories that can help you in your liver disease journey.
So you look on your paperwork from the doctor office and it says NAFLD. You may wonder what does NAFLD mean: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Most medical groups pronounce it “Naf L D” so that it sounds like Na-FeLL-DEE. If
Today, your doctor can use a liver biopsy or FibroSure and FibroScan to see how healthy your liver is. A needle biopsy used to be the gold standard to determine the stages of cirrhosis. With newer and less invasive methods
I hear a lot from people seeking help for autoimmune liver disease. Trying to figure it out is hard, but most symptoms are the same as any type of liver disease. I know, we can’t lump them all into one
Emergency Room Diagnosis with Liver Cirrhosis I lifted the round plastic cover and peeked at the slice of roast with mashed potatoes. The nearby white Styrofoam cup contained a glob of shiny brown gravy. It was my first meal since
Cirrhosis is Not The End – When I first got diagnosed with liver disease, it seemed like The End was scrolling across the last page of my life. Not a happy beginning, but it’s my story. Maybe it’s yours too.
What are the 4 Stages and Symptoms of Cirrhosis ? If you are like me, you did not know diddley squat about the stages of cirrhosis when you were first diagnosed. The End is pretty easy to figure out. But how in
Dopplar Ultrasound on Your Liver Dopplar Ultrasound on Your Liver can find cysts, adenomas, and tumors, and keep you from vomiting blood if you have esophageal varices from portal hypertension. The ultrasound may be one of the first diagnostic procedures
Can Hepatitis C and Cirrhosis Cause Bruising Can Hepatitis C and Cirrhosis cause Bruising? The answer is YES. I love summertime in my neck of the woods. Oklahoman’s are used to high heat and humidity. Most of us wear lightweight
Can My Liver Feel Pain? There is conflicting information about this. There are times when my liver hurts. The dull ache, or sharp piercing always grabs my attention. Fear is sure to follow, paralyzing fear. Many say that our liver does not
Brain Fog with Hepatitis C and Cirrhosis In case you have not noticed, brain fog with Hepatitis C and cirrhosis come together like peas and carrots, shoes and socks, spring and flowers. I am having a brain fog moment now.
No matter why you are having one, I’ve had many Hepatitis C Esophageal Varices Banding – What to Expect is important to know. My friend Mary Lou is having her first esophageal varices banding. We have been messaging back and
Hepatitis C causes inflammation of the liver. Yet your liver plugs away in spite of damage until it affects other organs. The good news is that the likelihood of getting rid of the disease is better now than at any
(AASLD) The American Association for the Study of Liver Disease creates info and education to support patients. Doctors and medical staff are invested in helping you liver longer stronger with liver disease.
(Global Liver) Donna Cryer is a dear friend who had a liver transplant while finishing her law degree. Her reach goes out to patients, families, medical providers, pharma and on and she’s global.
(Trio-National) Transplant Recipients is your one stop shop for information for ANY type of transplant candidates, recipients, their families and the families of organ and tissue donors. Lorrinda Gray Davis is the President.
(Trio – Oklahoma) This is Oklahoma’s chapter founded by Lorrinda Gray Davis. I’m the founding VP to our current president Benjamin Babb. For anyone needing support for solid organ, tissue, or eye transplant, we’ve got your back. We’ll truly be your best friend.
(Fatty Liver Foundation) was founded by Wayne Eskeridge to improve the diagnosis, treatment & support of Americans with fatty liver, NAFLD or NASH through awareness, education, screening and patient advocacy.
(Sober Liver Survival) founded by Jenn Leigh Jones is everything you need for sobriety, recovery, PTSD, breaking cycles of addiction and victims of personal violence. She’s just getting SLS off the ground and would love to connect with other people battling alcoholism.
(Say Yes to Hope) Suzanne Lindley is a hope dealer to cancer patients. If you need a fri
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