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End stage cirrhois

My husband was diagnosed with end stage cirrhois in December 2014. He has not had a drink since then.  He has had ascites and adema  was in the hospital in February 2015 for a week. They were able to help him remove the fluid through IV. My question, he has blood work monthly and we see the Dr every 3 months.  He gets very fatigued, and is good a few days then goes down hill. His appetite is up and down. He is dealing with hemorrhoids inside now.  I know now one ca predict someone life but what else can we expect to happen or is everyone different. I would appreciate any answers as the Dr doesn't offer anything
Thank you.
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3149845 tn?1506627771
Also you should post in the Cirrhois fourm
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3149845 tn?1506627771
Hi and sorry what you going through. There is a treatment that can be a great benifit and its called Palliative care.
Palliative  care is specialized medical care for people with serious illness. It focuses on providing you with relief from the symptoms, pain and stress of a serious illness like liver disease. The goal is to improve quality of life for both you and your family.

Palliative care is provided by a team of doctors, nurses, social workers and other specialists who work together with your other doctors to give you an extra layer of support.
I strongly urge you to inquire about this.
dave
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