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my prayers to you
My liver failed 9-12-01 and I'm still here.
decompensated is end stage.
decompensated is when your albumin level goes down, bilirubin goes up, platelets go down, varices appear in your throat, and your belly swells up (ascites)
They know alot more than the average gastro does.
Ask your doctor for a referral to a hepatologist (at a tp center)
It's important for you to get a GOOD doctor (like you were told above---> get a second (or third) opinion, and a hepatologist (not gastroenterologist) would be best)
If you've been told that you have cirrhosis, there's some steps you should take to keep yourself a little safer:
-get vaccinated for Hepatitis A
-get an endoscopy done (to look for signs of varices)
-get an ultrasound done (to look for any irregularities)
-get an AFP test done
-and keep track of all of your bloodtests (always ask for a copy of your results everytime you have bloodwork done)
If your WBC is low---> make sure to watch out for any sign of infection (and see your doctor promptly if you notice any sign of infection)
Remember that people with low WBC have a hard time fighting off infections, so it's important to get help (antibiotics) quickly.
Can anyone tell me, what happen if we can't find a donar for his transplant? normally how much more time does he has, when his good liver is less then 30%? His gum is starting to bleed and he does have rashes all over is legs...I heard that's a sign over liver failure???and I already know that it's impossible that we can get a liver transplant....because there's people that is been waiting over 7 years and still didn't get one.....
My father is the man of our life, he is such a good father... he tried really hard to quit drinking, and now been solber for more then 4 years....he tried really hard cause, he still had to take care my youngest brother that is autism, (aspurger syndrome) he's only 19 and he really need my dad. My dad is the only one my brother would talk too.
we really need to know if there's any other way to get help him live longer and does any herbs help?
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There is a web forum at:
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Hepatitis_Children_and_CAM_Alternatives/
in which alternatives to conventional treatment for Hepatitis are discussed.
There are also alternative treatments that can support you constitutionally. There are many alternative practitioners who have a lot to offer you if you are lucky enough to find one in your area. I'm VERY lucky that I live in Portland Oregon where we have a lot of them.
I would not recommend treating yourself based on recommendations from well meaning people on a web site...but if you join the group I posted above..there may be people who can help you find a professional who may be helpful and stories from people who have tried alternative methods.
Cheers,
Peter McGovern