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I have questions about Hepatic Encephalopathy

Transplants | Last Active: Oct 5, 2021 | Replies (34)
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@colleenyoung

Hi Sharon, Did you find out if your husband is eligible for transplant?

I also want to get back to one of your original questions. You asked “ As a caregiver how do I handle the anger, moods, impulsivity?” That must be very difficult. Does he remember his anger after the HE moment has passed? Did your doctor have anything to suggest?

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sharonagnes | @sharonagnes | Sep 22, 2021

The doctor we saw on Monday is recommending us to the transplant program. We hope to get an appointment in a few weeks.
He does remember the episodes but not the severity of them. His doctor said it was atypical of HE and he didn't have any suggestions. He will be going to a 30 alcohol treatment program (He has not drank for over 9 months and is doing well with that) and maybe therapy might help him control the episodes, but my observation is he seems to have no control over them.
My husband takes 1 dose of Lactulose daily and has 4-6 bowel movements a day. We may try 2 doses and see if there is an improvement.

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