What happens when you stop your medication in 3 months and started to be back again on it?

[Joi400]

My husband had autoimmune hepatitis and had liver transplant in March of 2003, he is  doing well however, he stopped taking his meds 3 months ago  because  the meds  is very expensive  as he say, now he went back to take his meds that is Cellcept and  Prograf  . He now is feeling pain on his left side of his belly and it is really like distended and hard.and very warm to touch.  His belly like shifted to the left ever since he had the surgery.  My question is, will he be  alright I'm just worried because he won't say anything about his condition.  He went to his doctor last week and had an ultrasound and bloodwork done.  I hope the results will be fine.

[9743km]

Let us know how the results come back.  If he had it last week they should be coming back shortly....From the ultra sound they should be able to tell if the spleen was swollen as well.  Swollen spleen is another indication that some thing may be wrong w/the liver..Not always, but its something to look at..

[Joi400]

Thanks a lot  and that really helps.  Take care.

[9743km]

WOW, I read much of your information on your profile.  Your husband having a liver transplant and you a breast cancer survivor.  What a courageous family you have.  
Anyway, wish I had advice for you but I would say for him to stay in close contact w/his Dr.  The meds are so important.  Make sure he has regular blood work as well.  The blood work and the ultra sound will tell you  if the liver is in any sort of trouble...Does your insurance pay for the cellcept?  I am on that as well and I know it is very expensive, but it is very important!!  I hope your husband was very honest w/his Dr. and I'm sure his Dr. knows what to look for...Good Luck!