The protein thing is so hard to tackle. I feel awesome and have it all under control when I keep it low and use good proteins.
Yesterday was awesome for me mentally and physically. But we HAVE to get protein. I mean, our heart is a muscle and needs it.
I use the low sodium diet to totally control ascites now. I'm off spironolactelone and lasix both. I'm going to doc next week and will ask about what labs indicate ascites. Good question.
xo Karen:)
Thanks. From what I read eating protein rich foods can increase albumin levels. Is this true with cirrhosis ?
http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/medicalpubs/diseasemanagement/hepatology/complications-of-cirrhosis-ascites/
This is interesting hope it helps