It's been about 3 months since my sister passed away. It's strange, I still find myself researching liver transplants, ascites, and kidney dialysis. I miss my sister so much but I'm glad she's no...
Thank you. My sister had a wonderful turn out. It just proves how many lives she touched in her 38 years. We were lucky enough to have a preacher that we both went to middle and high school with do...
I keep wondering if it really gets better or is that something people just say to try to make you feel better. Now I know...I don't think I've ever heard someone explain it so clearly. I'm sorry for...
Thank you for kind words. It really does mean a lot. I'm sorry it's taken me so long to respond....I've been so busy getting everything ready for the funeral tomorrow (well today now). I miss my...
Just when everything started to come together...My sister finally got approved for Medicaid and Medicare. Her kidneys had improved so much that she was off dialysis for weeks now. She established a...
Has anyone tried using Dandelion to help with your liver/kidneys? If so, does it work? I spoke with the owner of a local health food store (she's amazing and has helped so many people) about my...
So sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself....
Connie, Congrats on 25 years of sobriety!!! That's so awesome....
Sbdancer, So sorry to hear that your mom is drinking again. I know how frustrated you must feel....
Teachers Mom, My 38 year old sister is in the same exact situation. She went into the hospital the first week of June as well. They released her twice but after a few days she was back in there. We...
Hello! My sister is doing much better. Her kidneys started working on their own again so she's off dialysis. Unfortunately, she caught a blood infection from the dialysis catheter/site though. She...
I hate this disease. I feel so angry right now at my sister for doing this to herself. This isn't supposed to happen. I thought my sister would always be around. We are only two years apart and have...
Congrats on your wedding! Your MIL is lucky to have you!...
They have a bed alarm on her. I would never allow her drive. My mom has her keys and her car is at home. She doesn't even have a license because of a DUI a few years ago. Thanks!!!...
My sister has been very confused the past few days. When I got to the hospital today she was laying in bed crying. She started telling me they let her leave the hospital to go to her assessment...
Debbie, I'm about 20 min from Tampa...in New Port Richey. I've been reading the resource thread. I actually printed most of it out and put together a binder for my sister. Great info in there!! It's...
They released my sister about two weeks ago and she spent a week at home but is now back in the hospital. I can't believe how quickly this disease changes. It's like being on a roller coaster. Her...
My sister has had a huge turn around over the past few days!! No more feeding tube, restraints or catheter. Her eyes look better. She's out of ICU and in a regular room. She developed muscle atrophy...
Hi, Me. I can't really help you much because I'm new to all of this as well. My sister has alcoholic Cirrhosis too and like your mom went through detox at the hospital. She walked in to the ER...
Wow, Mr. Ziffle!! Your post really gives me hope for my sister. The dr told us she probably has about 3 months left. Thank you!...
Thanks David & A. Ziffle for the name...
Emma, Her cough is a lot better today. Almost gone. I will mention that to the dr though. Thanks!!...
I spent the night with my sister last night at the hospital and it was a rough night. She kept getting stomach cramps about every 2 minutes all through the night. She barely slept and I didn't even...
Just got back from the hospital. They did a chest xray and her lungs are clear. She's getting stomach cramps from the lactoluse and boy does she get mad when that happens. She yells and I never...
Thank you both for taking the time to respond and sharing your info with me. I don't think my sister will be lucky enough to get that 2nd chance to decide not to drink again. Today, she won't open...
My 38 year old sister is an alcoholic. She's been drinking for about 7 years. I know many people will say "she did this to herself" and she did but that doesn't make it any easier. The past few...