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Liver pre-transplant question

Posted by jodeej @jodeej, Mar 26, 2018

My husband has occasional issues with stomach upset resulting in diarrhea recently. Is this part of his liver issue or is it possibly something else? He went to to work today, but turned around and came right back home because of it. We do go back for his 3 month check-up the week of the 9th, so I can talk to the transplant team about it. I know his liver is really getting worse because his breath is starting to smell and his "brain fog" or cognition is getting worse.
Thanks,
JoDee

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | 4 days ago
In reply to @sald1101 "I have a lot of anxiety about my fatty liver. I do still drink. They say..." + (show)
@sald1101

I have a lot of anxiety about my fatty liver. I do still drink. They say I have NASH. I am afraid to have more testing. I have very loose yellow stools. Something is changing. I am overweight and very lethargic. Any thoughts beyond Diet and Exercise would be appreciated.

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@sjh1240, Welcome to Mayo Connect. It does sound like you are seeing a doctor about the NASH, is that correct? NASH (nonalcoholic steatohepatitis) causes the liver to swell and become damaged due to the fat deposits in the liver.

I commend you for searching for more information from members and for more information about your liver condition. I have located a list of 4 preventive steps from Mayo Clinic's Health Library: Eat a healthy diet. Limit alcohol, simple sugars and portion sizes. Keep a healthy weight, Exercise. Here is the link to read more about each one - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nonalcoholic-fatty-liver-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20354567

For information about the tests, symptoms, procedures, and treatment I reccommend: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nonalcoholic-fatty-liver-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20354567
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@sald1101, I did not have NASH, but another liver disease. And one of the first things that my doctor told me was, "No alcohol" because alcohol ms toxic to the liver, and any anount could risk severe damage. Although your diagnosis is named _non alcoholic -Please seriously consider avoiding all alcohol. You can ask for help. You are not alone.
Are you seeing your doctor regularly?

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mkh | @mkhogan | 3 days ago

If you are currently working with mayo and accepted into the transplant department as an appointment candidate, you should have been assigned a nurse coordinator. I had one pre and post transplant. If things arise prior to your three month appointment, don't hesitate to message your coordinator and ask questions. It is a very fluid process and if conditions change for some reason, they may suggest returning earlier. I used the professionals often for questions or guidance.
They expect questions and it is what they are there for. The brain fog can become an issue and they will watch for encephalopathy, which can be caused by the liver not functioning well and filtering toxins they then go to the brain. They will treat that if becomes too concerning. Good luck to you.

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