Cirrhosis stage 4

Hi, I was diagnosed with stage 4 cirrhosis in Dec. I have been seeing a specialist for 2 yr due to slightly elevated LFTS . FINALLY my Dr had a spect 3 blood test done.Then I got a phone call saying I need ed a liver biospy. It came back stage 4.My DR was shocked & so was I.I have never drank. My LFTs & ultrasound are normal.Strange. The only symptoms I had was very tired & itching. So if anyone has these symptoms get a biopsy. I HAD BEEN ASKING FOR ONE FOR 2 YR. I have a great husband & family . My faith keeps me strong.We all need to keep each other in our prayers. Thanks, I'm glad I found you all.It's uplifting

Hi Nephy, Thanks for starting the new post. Unfortunately misdiagnosis does happen. The doctors that ordered my first blood work (Family practice) was convinced I had Hep.C. That diagnosis went unchanged for 3 months until a biopsy was done. Made me pretty angry about the incompetence but in hind sight it forced me to seek proper treatment from knowledgeable doctors. That saved my life. I guess it doesn't matter how we get to the point we are at or the way we got here. It's what we do once we have the chance to turn this thing around. As you may have read in other post here we are seeing growing awareness and new forms of treatment with some very promising results everyday.

Again, Glad to have you join the forum and hope you'll contribute your knowledge or questions so that others will benefit also. It's great you have a support network. My wife, Family, friend and this forum seen me through some tough times for a few years, I'm forever indebted. We have folks here that have fought this disease alone with no real assistance. You and I are lucky.


Ziff

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Hi all, I see dr. In a couple of weeks.I'll keep u updated. Thanks. What a blessing 2 find u all.

Hi Barry, They don't seem to know. My dr was shocked, so was I. I'm hoping to get answers in a couple of weeks. Patty

Hi l dont drink. Never have.I'm being very careful with everything. DR. has sent me to a dietitian. I was on simvastatin , off that now. Thanks for your concern.Patty