So today we went to the liver clinic for a follow up for my Dad who was diagnosed with ESLD/cirrhosis on May 20th. He was in the hospital 3 weeks and we thought he was dying and was not even sure...
Hi there. During the last two weeks my Dad has been tapped and had 5 1/2 liters drained both times. The last time was 4 days ago and he is already pretty big again. The strange thing is, is that the...
Thanks Connie. He is on Lactulose already for ammonia levels. (and blood pressure meds, something to prevent gall stones, and phenegran for nausea) I guess I hadn't really considered that he was...
Hi Connie. Thanks for the detailed reply. Shands at Gainesville has been great so far. They do perform transplants there and his liver doctor seems to be pretty good and seems very caring. Dad only...
Also, given that he makes it there, does anyone know what to expect during the transplant evalutaion? I know testing to make sure he would be able to handle the surgery. I'm actually more concerned...
Hi Rick and Connie. Thanks for your replies. He has been approved for disability and we've got him applied for medically needed medicaid. We are awaiting to hear back about their decision. He is...
Hi there. My dad was diagnosed with end stage liver disease May 20th. I think he may have been having symptoms for years, but he doesn't have insurance and is not big on doctors. On Dec. 22nd I got a...