cirrhosis, thanksgiving...feeling a bit scared

When she asked me how things were going I told her about hubby's cirrhosis dx.  Told her that he had stopped drinking, that his labs were improving, etc.  She expressed that she was sorry to hear that hubby was sick.  Then she told me to be sure that we had a very good Thanksgiving...that it was good that our youngest was home from college. 

While I appreciate her good wishes...they scared me too.  I am planning on more than just this Thanksgiving with hubby.

I know from reading this forum that liver disease can change and change fast.  But I have also gathered that there are many on this forum that themselves or their loved ones have lived with cirrhosis for years.  I am looking for the positive here...please comment.

Emma

PCPs, and specialists other than hepatologists, don't know a great deal about liver disease.  I saw my PCP today and told her about the new hep C treatment becoming available next year and she hadn't heard about it.  Of course, she also asked me if I smoked or drank--and I've been sober over 24 yrs. and nicotine free for 8 yrs.  She has so many patients, she can't keep them straight, although I've been seeing her for about 18 yrs.  So don't take what she said too seriously.

And yes, I'm one with cirrhosis who is still here and doing well except for fatigue.

What you do need to consider during the holidays is the abundance of booze that's available.  Temptation is everywhere, so hopefully your hubby is committed enough to stay sober.  Those first winter holidays sober are hard.

Enjoy having your son home and try not to worry.

Hugs,

Connie