Liver disease itching: What helps?

@caro72 one thing I learned about cirrhosis is that there are many symptoms and I doubt anyone has all of them. If you have right upper quadrant pain, that probably is your liver. Has your doctor indicated it is or is not?

Your weight is not very high, I’m surprised your doctor wants you to lose weight. Do you know your BMI?

I was not pushed to lose weight even though I was overweight, but I did lose it because I felt it would make my recovery easier. I used MyFitnessPal to track my food and an activity tracker to help keep me motivated to exercise.
JK

@rosemarya Hi Rosemary. I am at home niw building up strength. My next ERCP is this Wed. Praying this time is the charm.

Caro72
Hi Miss itchy!
I have had Stage 4 cirrhosis for 3 years. Like
You, I got the itchies. I went to my regular PcP, 2 dermatologists and did a ton of research. They diiagnosed Ecxema which I believe is due to my poor auto immune system. I scrathed myself silly at night. Steroid creams helped a little but I used different products on different days. I tried everything Aveeno.shampoo, body wash and their anti itch cream worked pretty well. Then ther was Lidiocane RX ,Triamcunolone RX..best one, Doxi gaba cream, Elidel. And apple cider vi negar on my hair and in a tub.
None of that stuff cured it...it had to leave in its own sweet time...about 3 mo.The doc gave me hydoxcine to help me sleep.
So sorry you got this happy side effect. Always check with your doc before you do anything because we all are different.
Good Luck
PS Get to the best hepatologist you can find ASAP. It takes time to get appts.
Keep your PCP if he knows anything about cirrhosis. It is importanr to get one that knows about it and is willing to work with your hepatologist.
I have a great one who had a patient who had a transplant and is doing fine. I have an excellent hepatologist who is head of the transplant team in Tampa...45 min away. I also have been evaluated at Mayo in Jacksonville. Just cant tell you enough good things about them. I am too early but have developed a heart issue that could change that. So now I am trying to get a cardiologisr appt. At Mayo or Temple General. Thank God I have good insurace!,

@gaylea1, This morning the sun is shining here in Kentucky, and the birds are chirping, and early flowers are beginning to bloom. I want to drop by and tell you that I am thinking of you, as you once again prepare for the ERCP. I never did like those things! But in all honesty, I really don't 'like' any procedures. I do hope and pray that the doctors will soon find a resolution for your situation.
I am happy to hear that your itching is gone!
Is your appetite returning? Are you able to eat without nausea? What are you doing to build up your strength?
Hugs.

@rosemarya Hello. It is cool here but the crocus are poking through.
I am starting to eat more solids without pain. Tastebuds are still way out of whack and certain food textures (like bread) are still compromised. I am moving April 1st so I've been pàcking boxes to keep busy.
I do have a question though. What are your thoughts on swimming in public/private pools, oceans and lakes? I'm concerned about bacteria in the water.

@jeanne5009, My friends have told me that I know more about the inside working of my body that anyone that they know. It sounds to me like you are soon to be in the same elite group. I do hope that you will get an appointment soon. However, I will add that sometimes if your need is an urgent one, your PCP can get you in to an appointment sooner that you can do it. Well - sometimes - Several years ago I was having breathing issues (Diagnosed as asthma possibly related to tapering off long term prednisone) After pulmonolgist finished his eval, my PCP was going to arrange an appointment with cardiologist and his office would call me later that afternoon. Instead, I had a frightening episode, and so my PCP had me go the the local hospital for overnight observation and he requested a cardiologist. Would you believe that the cardiologist did not even show up until next morning, and he never even got back with me for the results on a test that my PCP had already ordered. My husband and I had to call in Patient care representative to get a discharge order from my PCP. But I did get an appointment with a cardiologist for the following Monday!

With the changing season and weatehr coming, is there any change in the air quality and the red tide on the beaches?
Keep in touch. I send you a big hug.

@caro72 hi there. I also am from Canada - London Ontario. I had a liver transplant Nov 28 2018. Where are you from? Which hospital are you referred to?
I would be asking my doctor a lot of questions. Are you seeing a hepatologist? Has a transplant been mentioned or alternative medication been prescribed? Until you know your MELD score and have been referred to a specialist you will not be placed on a transplant wait list (if needed). If they are taking blood monthly ask what they are testing for. Just a few suggestions. Research and the good people on this site will help with any questions you have based on their experiences. We are all here to help.

@caro72 I met quite a few people from the North Bay area here in London at the transplant clinic at University Hospital. I hope you get the answers you are looking for.