Liver Disease

I have NAFLD and have been told I need a liver transplant but the infliximab I am using at the moment isn't working and I am in constant pain in my shoulders, hands, knees and feet as well as pain in my ribs due to my liver and enlarged spleen. Have been told I can use this but am a bit sceptical about this after reading forums and would appreciate any feedback. ## I didn't see any warnings about it causing problems with liver disease, or being contraindicated, but it is always best to seek the opinion of another doctor, if you aren't sure. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, muscle aches, cough, and weight loss. Is this the only medication you will be taking?

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i am stage 3 geno 1 and just starting treatment want to lnow what others have expeirenced ## I am stage 1 geno 3 and am on my 3rd week of treatment. So far, the first day, I had chills and fever.. My depression has worsened, and I do not have an appitite. Food I used to love I can't stand, so my tastes have changed, My skin seems to get very red and is more sensitive than normal, but physically I feel better than ever.. I was not expecting to feel this good..

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Hi. I have fatty liver disease although my blood work is normal. Should I be taking Bactrim DS which my Dr has prescribed for diverticulitis and a possible uti? ## It is always best to follow your doctor's instructions. Are you on any other medications? The NIH lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. Have you had elevated liver enzymes?

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My husband sufer from hepatitis B an liver disease. His swelling stormac, he can't go to toilet as udual. Am worried. Any clue to that pls ## Your husband needs to seek medical attention immediately. Given his medical conditions, he may be in full liver failure and could be going into kidney failure, as well. Not going to the bathroom regularly, coupled with the bloating could signal that his body is no longer processing out the waste and toxins that is needs to get rid of frequently. Is he on any medications?

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just want to know if Daflon 500 is not given to patient with chronic liver disease ... ## Since this medication is not approved for use in the U.S. and Canada, I am afraid that I don't have any information on that. Have you asked your doctor? Daflon is actually a purified flavanoid used as a venotonic. ## Here's research info from France, where Dalfon has been used for years. Angiology. 1994 Jun; 45 (6 Pt 2): 579-84. Safety and security of Daflon 500 mg in venous insufficiency and in hemorrhoidal disease. Daflon 500 mg is a new flavonoid vasoprotector venotonic agent whose active principle is micronized and contains 90% diosmin and 10% flavonoids expressed as hesperidin. In animal studies, the safety of Daflon 500 mg is shown by an LD50 (lethal dose 50) of more than 3 g/kg, ie, ...

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GFR ## I just had bloodwork done, and results showed Chronic Kidney Disease. At this time the only explanation from MD was that kidneys are not functioning correctly. Liver also enlarged for last 2 yrs. So far no diagnosis. Headed to Mayo for possible answers. Hep., HIV, and all other viruses negative. Anyone have any thoughts? Havn't felt well for quite a while. Thanks to all! ## Get a copy of your blood tests and see what your GFR is - below 60 then you need to see a nephrologist. Your doctor didn't order a GFR test and other related kidney panel - find another doctor - same with liver. Simply saying that you kidneys are not functioning properly and not giving you any further info - find another doctor. Same for your liver. The Mayo Clinic probably gave you additional informat...

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how safe is it,my dr. said it is metabolized in kidneys not liver,I have cirrihosis, I take hydomorphone and methadone. What can I do to help me live longer,I have degenerative back disease,and neuropathy,hospice manages my pain,its horrible.please tell me what will help beside more meds. and best meds. ## Hello, Gena! How are you? How about one of the time released narcotic patches? Both Duragesic and Butrans are available, they are very potent and basically skip the internal processing step. This is a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## To by pass the digestive process of the pain meds, you can go the way of the pain pump...

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I have been suffering from Fatty Liver Disease since 2013 march to till date .Also i have consoled G astrologist and the Doctor told me to do the first ultrasound and endoscopy ,L F T,LP,STOOL,BLOOD, H D L, A to Z test i had done in Lab , But when the report came to the doctor then the doctor told Mild fatty changes in liver with small spare area. H D L c- 39/- ,S G P T - 72 , (H D L c DECREASES to 39/- and S G P T increases to 72/-) .ENDOSCOPY was normal . however Doctor prescribed to take medicine nexpro rd 40,DOZE P -50 ,after taking nexpro rd-40 i feel relax or while taking doze p -50 then i feel deep sleepy as if insomnia.but i took doze p for 3 months still i am not continuing that doze p medicine only i am continuing nexpro rd 40 mg.If i will not take that medicine for two days then

My husband was recently diagnosed with Cirrhosis of the liver. He had been told for years a fatty liver is of no concern. And now this. He has more fatigue. Takes naps. He is 65 years old. Never a drinker or smoker. Is it normal to be so tired after the little thing? Can you tell how long a person lives with this disease? I need answers quick. ## Have Hepatitis C with Cirrhosis of liver, is there any problems taking 10mg Diazepam 3times a day? ## I'm very sorry to hear about your husband's diagnosis. Who said that a fatty liver was of no concern? I've been diagnosed with it, and have been made fully aware of the possibility of it turning into Cirrhosis in the future, and am monitored regularly to keep tabs on it. Is he on any medications? At this point, it is hard to say wha...

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I have cryptogenic liver disease. It has been looking well for several years. Will lyrica damage it any further? ## It is hard to say, most medications are processed by the liver and long-term use of them could cause damage. Have you discussed this with your doctor or pharmacist? ## i even had no idea that i even had a liverproblem it came out in a catscan that was to investigate my back... so this is new i have a apptm with a liverdoctor 2 weeks from now... ## I can't say I know the answer to this but when I asked my Pain Specialist if it will affect my liver, he told me it is not assimilated in the liver, it is filtered in the kidneys. Someone on the other site told me I was misinformed but this is what my Specialist told me, if you can't believe him, who can you believe? Ask ...

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Doed dorixina has a side effect on liver? ## There is a risk of it causing some liver damage, though it is not common, according to NIH reports. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and dry mouth. Is the patient on any other medications? Do they have liver disease?

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I took Contrave for a few months and stopped a month ago because my hair started falling out. This had a blood test and results indicate liver disfunction (all enzymes measured are raised, my ALT the highest, about three times higher than normal range). My Dr is worried about cirrhosis/tissue death. I have a fibroscan and ultrasound tomorrow and have had anothed set of bloods taken - will have more answers this week. I have done a little reading and see Contrave can cause liver disease. I have never been healthier (otherwise) - eat well (Dr said tge dramatic rise in 6 months couldn't be diet related anyway), exercise five times a week, have consistently lost small amounts of weight (10kg since May). However, I am bloated aften, tired, dizzy, have muscle cramping and weaknesses, am i...

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Is liveraide silymarin capsules good for hepatic liver cyst? Does it inhibit the infection of the liver? thank u very much. ## is liveraide silymarin capsule good for hepatic liver cyst? ## Silymarin is actually an herbal supplement derived from the Milk Thistle plant and as such, it hasn't actually been tested and proven to do anything. It is classified as a flavonoid. It is believed, but as I said, not scientifically proven, that these substances have a protective effect on the liver. Thus, you shouldn't solely count on it to treat, cure or prevent any liver disease. Learn more: Are there any questions or comments? ## how long will silymarin effects? ## hello po.. ask ko lang po kasi nagpa(hepa sreening) po ako reactive po ang result.. tapos ang reseta po ng doctor sakin silym...

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Can I eat anything after taking this tablet (Azithral 500)? Can I drink milk with this tablet? Are there any side effects I should be aware of? ## The NIH usually recommends that it not be taken on an empty stomach, but you should avoid milk and grapefruit an hour before and 2 hours after taking it. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Can this be used to help protect people from organ failures such as (liver and lung) that were afflicted by viruses?

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Hello, could you please advise if it's appropriate to use Evion or Urcosol to treat a fatty liver? I have been diagnosed with this condition and I also consume whiskey on the weekends. Thank you. ## Non-alcoholic fatty liver can be reversed with lifestyle changes. Make sure your Lipid profile, blood sugar and bp is under control... Rigorous exercise (5 days in a week), lot of fruits and vegetables can definitely reverse the disease... There is no medication for the treatment of fatty liver disease... Ursodox 300 and Udilliv are prescribed for reducing the cholesterol absorption in the gall bladder and hence preventing any formation of calcium deposits or stones.

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How long can Methotrexate keep your liver enzymes elevated? ## My doctor monitors my liver enzymes carefully. If we see a rise, we cut back on the methotrexate. I would rather have some pain, etc. from an autoimmune disease, than have problems with my liver. Liver damage is irreversible. ## While Methotrexate has been known to cause elevated liver enzymes, it has also been known to cause permanent liver damage in some people that take it, including fatty liver, fibrosis, and cirrhosis. Ref: Methotrexate Information What has your doctor advised? How high were they? Are you on any other medications?

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Hi all! I went to the Obgyn today and she sent my blood work off for routine testing which includes my liver levels. I am prescribed this medication, Norco 7.5/325 for degenerative disc disease. I do drink alcohol about 2-3x/week average of 8-10 units/week but always the day before or the day after taking norco. I have never drank alcohol and taken norco on the same day and I always wait close to 24 hours between last drink & dose or vice versa. I freak out about my liver a lot but my neck is in so much pain I try to forget about it. Now the gynecologist sent off these tests and I'm going to have to face the music, although I'm really not ready to. I have been taking Norco regularly (i.e. on the days that I don't drink) since 9/2013 so about 10 months. I usually take 2/d...

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my friend takes medicine and has liver problems and tells me that her medicine will stay in her liver and dispense at later time.does the liver function like this? ## No, I believe she's misunderstanding how the liver issues may be affecting the medication, when she takes it. It isn't that the liver works as a time release system for any drugs. What often happens, when someone has some type of liver damage/disease is that it can affect the rate at which a medication is processed through the body, so some may be faster or slower than if the person had a healthy liver and, in some cases, they may absorb more or less of the drug than if they had a healthy liver. So from that, her statement does make sense, but she doesn't really have a complete understanding of how it works. Is...

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I already used pill for 21 days and i diagnosed that i have a fatty liver and gallstone is it safe to used a pills f a diagnosed for such diseases ## Why don't you let your doctor diagnose you and stop diagnosing yourself, this could be more harmful, it's just good to do this to yourself, especially with organs that you cannot see, I would understand a cold, allergies, things in that nature but not your organs!! !! ## Good morning, the doctor diagnosed that I have a gallstone, can I take Althea pills?

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I am in dire straits. I suffer extreme pain from endometriosis (pelvic pain) and from extensive joint disease. I have problems with tolerating oral medications due to gastric issues. Is there something strong for pain that is delivered transdermally? If not, perhaps suggest meds that don't produce gastric problems. I'm eager to receive legitimate information, please. ## One strong pain medication which is delivered transdermally (via patch) is Fentanyl. If you have liver disease, however, it might not be a viable option. Based on your medical history, has your doctor given any thought into this treatment option? ## It's a long, sad story that trumps fiction any day...beginning with gastric bypass in 1987, followed by 3 major female surgeries 1992-1994 for stage 4 endometrios...

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