Hi all I am back on the antidepressasants feeling better, mostly from cycling and swimming.I ts all good for the mood but very tiring,Tried to find out about my life expectancy for my pension, The consultant said he could't say, that I could be knocked down by a bus tomorrow,not really verey helpfull.I am trying to find out any benefit of a liver biopsy? As there is no real treatment or cure for cirhosis I can't see much point. Unless it wil lgive an indication of life expectancy. Though I'm not sure I really want to know.Pleased I found this siteRegards to allLostonrye
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Hey there! I\'m glad you joined. Like you said, it IS nice to find a website that\'s not trying to sell something. Some of them out there are crazy with ads. I find this site the easiest to navigate too..not to mention the nice people I\'ve met.
I haven\'t had a liver biopsy, myself. I think the most important thing to do is have your liver enzymes checked often. The docs here also did an endoscopy, MRI and Ultrasound. Now that all my levels are normal, I have to have my blood checked every 3 months, an Ultrasound every 6 months. That\'s where I am right now. All of that could change, of course! The biggest danger to your liver is alcohol. Not a drop! I do miss my cold beer(pint) after working in the yard all day. I\'ve been alcohol free now for close to 9 months. It hasn\'t always been easy.
How did they diagnose your Cirrhosis and how are they treating you now?
I\'m sure protocol is different in England than it is here in the US.
Sorry to hear you\'re sick but glad you joined this community!
Welcome! I hope you find that this site helps. I know I appreciate hearing what others have to say and making friends. Have a good day! Suzes