@nusscass, I want to reply to your curiousity about MELD Score being stable at 8. As for me, I was diagnosed with a non-curable progressive liver disease, Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) nearly 10 years before my MELD reached acceptance to the Liver Transplant Clinic at regional University Medical Center. During those years, my symptoms gradually increased while I was monitored by my local gastroenterologist (GI). My MELD score increased rapidly over the following months along with progressing symptoms. My age was similar tou yours, between 50-60.
When I read your message, I could not see whether you are under the care of a GI or a liver specialist. I can even feel your frustration and your hopelessness.
@nusscass, Out of my curiosity to you- Are you seeing your doctor regularly? Has he/she offered any medical interventions for your 'disabling' symptoms - or whether they are related to your liver?
I would encourage you to get 2nd opinion or even transfer your mdical care elsewhere. Have you considered a 2nd opinion?