02-24-2014, 01:45 PM
cirrhosis is tough because it basically mean that your dad's liver has been replaced by scar tissue. this scar tissue is unable to do the work of a normal liver and would also not have the ability to replace itself... hence transplant is needed. that he's already had to be seen for ascites is very concerning though.
KU has a very good liver transplant program and i *think* nebraska medical center does too. Keep in mind though, most transplant centers won't put you on the list unless you've cleaned up.
feel free to ask me (prob via FB msg is best) about meds, esp OTC's. ur on the right track w/ not using tylenol for pain ^-^
o and if he's sick of unseasoned stuff, low salt doesn't necessarily mean "bland." ur mom may be able to experiment w/ other seasonings that don't contain salt. like think curry ^-^ or even just using other herbs like rosemary or thyme or oregano to add flavor w/o the salt.
gud luck friend! cirrhosis can be a very challenging disease to deal with. focus on spending time w/ ur family.
KU has a very good liver transplant program and i *think* nebraska medical center does too. Keep in mind though, most transplant centers won't put you on the list unless you've cleaned up.
feel free to ask me (prob via FB msg is best) about meds, esp OTC's. ur on the right track w/ not using tylenol for pain ^-^
o and if he's sick of unseasoned stuff, low salt doesn't necessarily mean "bland." ur mom may be able to experiment w/ other seasonings that don't contain salt. like think curry ^-^ or even just using other herbs like rosemary or thyme or oregano to add flavor w/o the salt.
gud luck friend! cirrhosis can be a very challenging disease to deal with. focus on spending time w/ ur family.