@contentandwell my son is 40 years old. Was rushed to hospital in march of this year. His hemoglobin was 3. After numerous transfusions he was put in ICU. Hospital said he was bleeding internally. He was diagnosed with cirrhosis a year ago and was being treated at Mt Sinai in NY. He had TIPS surgery about 9 months ago and it was helpful because it had his ascites under control. He relapsed with alcohol right before his present hospitalization. The last 3 months have been horrible! He went from emergency room to ICU to step down. He is presently in a Specialty hospital with the hope of getting strong enough to receive transplant. He requires a paracentisis every few days (the TIPS is no longer working) and his hemoglobin sometimes goes below 7, requiring a transfusion. His legs, abdomen and groin are very swollen. Any advice or information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you