my big brother only 42 has cirrhosis and now in kidney failure. He is soo weak and i cant stand to see him this way. The tears are running down my face as i write this. There is really not much the docs can do for him. The complications from this disease are just horrible. The whole body goes out of wack. I love him soo much and i really wish God would do a miricle and make him well. I dread the fact of putting him in a nursing home facility. I want my brother back!!!!!!!!!! We have so many memories together. He is too young to go. I need him. I love him dearly. He actually started drinking heavily about 8 years ago wen our dad died suddenly of a heart attack. My dad, tip top shape. I sought help to get me through it he went to alcohol. Addiction is so sad and it destroys ones life. not to mention the people who love them. Oh my God this is soo hard.
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- By Deidre
- Posted August 10, 2009 at 10:16 pm
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Hi there
Its really sad to hear about whats happening in your life. Is there any hope for a liver transplant for your brother??? Cirrhosis is a cruel disease my husband had it, but fortunately he received a transplant. He was only days away from the END. Just remember that where there is life there is hope. and I realise that he is very sick but you can still share memories, life just does not stop. He also needs you, so be strong for him, I know its hard but you can do it. Is he on any medication, what are they doing for him. Be Strong and remember live for the moment ok. Praying for you
- By Deidre
- Posted August 25, 2009 at 6:48 pm
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How is it all going, I have been thinking of you. Hoping and praying
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- By kai48
- Posted August 29, 2009 at 6:59 am
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Aloha Sooo Sad,
Dont give up, sounds like we are going through the same thing. Doctors told us my sister had 5-10 days to live , that was 2 months ago. my sister is older than I , shes 52, and has been drinking for many years. we almost lost her 2 months ago when she was addmitted to the hospital, we brought here home to pass and some how she seems to be getting a little better. When i saw her on Wed. after talking to Deidre here online, I had alot of unanswered questions. To make alone story short....I have contacted her doctor and have a appointment with a speciallist on tuesday.
My sister must stop drinking if indeed she is getting better, we still have a long battle ahead. My prayer are with you , your family and you.hang in thier, if you mneed to talk , im here. Lots of Love Nancy
- By FranCW
- Posted September 8, 2009 at 7:15 pm
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I'm so sorry you have to live through this torture.
It is just what I and my family went through before I had my transplant. My cirrhosis was due to Wilson's Disease.
Hang in there. Is your brother on the transplant list?
My liver cirrhosis wore out my kidney, then I had a liver + kidney transplant. It was a tough road. I feel so badly for what my family went through.
Now, I'm doing very well -- transplanted Octobrt 24, returned to work February 2. I was down to 112 lb, now I'm too chubby.
There is hope.
I will keep you and your brother in my prayers.
God Bless,
--- Fran
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