@mikej, I'm thinking about you as you prepare for your appointment.
I hope that you will learn about whether or not a liver transplant is necessary or possible for you. A transplant is not a cure-everything procedure, and all chronic conditions will be given serious consideration.

Since a transplantation is a major surgery, it does require some extensive medical inquiry and testing for possible diagnosis and treatment. From reading your recent message, it sounds like you are set for a thorough review. My first visit to the transplant center in my home state, KY, was extremely exhausting and my head was spinning with so much information. My husband was able to attend all sessions with me.

Do you have to fast for early morning labs? My advice is to take water and a snack with you because there might not be time to grab a meal somewhere. Oh - and along with your note pad - a tote bag or small backpack for your water, snack(s) and handout information is going to be essential. Do you have someone going with you?

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