Kirsty’s story: “I have volunteered with the British Liver Trust for many years now, and am part of the Patient Advisory Group (PAG) who provide opinions on key issues impacting the charity’s work.”
I was diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis and cirrhosis when I was 20 years old. With a diagnosis …
Chloe’s story: “There needs to be more awareness of AFLP and education within maternity services. I do not want what happened to me, to happen to another woman.”
Chloe had a number of concerns about her health during her first pregnancy, including vomiting and right …
Kev and Suzie’s story: “We’re both passionate about raising awareness of MASLD because if liver disease is caught early, you’ve got a bigger opportunity to get yourself treated”
Kev was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2020, but received no further monitoring or lifestyle advice. …
Justin’s story: “As a carer I had thought things would be easier with a second transplant, but it was more of a struggle emotionally”
Supporting his wife, Lisa, as her health declined and she underwent a second transplant has been an …
Lisa’s story: “A liver transplant isn’t a cure for PBC and my liver was never the problem”
When Lisa’s health began to decline a year after her liver transplant, she was worried whether a …
Kerry’s story: “I’m desperate for a transplant before my treatment wears off and just want to feel better and get back to being me”
Kerry had always known that Budd Chiari causes cirrhosis and has a risk of cancer, but being …
Jackie’s story: “My family locked the doors, hid the keys and fitted a camera to keep me safe”
Jackie experienced her first bout of hepatic encephalopathy after an endoscopy. As her liver disease advanced the …
Taise’s story: “Living with chronic illness has forced me to value my energy, reassess friendships, and learn to celebrate the good days.”
While she was at university, Taise was diagnosed with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), which is an autoimmune …
Diana’s story: “Thanks to my donor, I’ve had 17 more years with my family than I otherwise would have done”
Diana had no symptoms of liver disease apart from fatigue, but following a blood test she was …
Donna’s story: “We could not have asked for a better outcome”
Donna was one of the many fantastic fundraisers who took up the challenge of travelling virtually from …