Cirrhosis Support Group
Cirrhosis is a consequence of chronic liver disease, most commonly caused by alcoholism and hepatitis C. Ascites is the most common complication of cirrhosis and is associated with a poor quality of life, increased risk of infections, and a poor long term outcome. Liver damage from cirrhosis cannot be reversed, but treatment can stop or delay further progression and...
Hello All,
I am new to this site. My boyfriend was diagnosed with alcohol cirrhosis just over a year ago. Of course, being an alcoholic, he has not been successful at stopping the alcohol or even slowing down. He is now experiencing abdominal pain, sleeplessness, irratability, the red splotches on the skin. I feel like we are in this waiting game and we don't know how bad this is and he is often scared. I just want to ask questions and get some feedback and don't know where to turn.
First, you may want to look into al anon if you haven’t already. There are online groups and zoom meetings.
This is probably going to be difficult.
We can help somewhat.
One day at a time! Hugs
I am stage four cirrhosis... very interesting year. I was placed in the hospital on 1/24/20 were I discovered my condition. I passed away in March due to Renal Failure but was fortunately revived and no dialysis is needed. My meld score was 38.5 but through hard work, will, and NO DRINKING it is now at 10.4 YAAY. I hear and read contradictory information from all sources and am interested in comparing notes with someone on their treatment and progress
What groups interest you that are specifically for alcohol related cirrhosis.
I’m no longer in any more danger of death from cirrhosis as from a traffic accident.
No Drinking.
Ceasing alcohol consumption is #1.