Tracy’s story: “I was diagnosed with MASLD, severe fibrosis and early cirrhosis. It felt like my world was falling apart”
After experiencing pain that Tracy assumed was related to other health conditions, she was shocked to be …
Paul’s story: “After my liver transplant I was adamant I would do something for a cause because I owed it to myself to make life count”
Receiving a liver transplant has inspired Paul and his family to take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks …
Michelle’s story: “I contacted the British Liver Trust’s Nurse Helpline because I didn’t understand a lot of the medical terms the hospital used”
Please note: this patient story follows a terminal diagnosis When Michelle’s dad was seriously ill in hospital, …
Neil’s story: “I consider myself a recovering alcoholic and will never touch alcohol again”
Neil’s drinking was initially social but his consumption increased until he was having 10-12 cans a day. …
David’s story: “Acknowledge that you have a problem with alcohol. Be proactive in your health and seek help”
David had experienced depression since childhood and for the next three decades alcohol provided a lift ‘out …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
Julie’s story: “I was 12 years old with a big belly and there were rumours going round that I was pregnant”
Julie first began experiencing symptoms of liver disease when she was just 12 years old and had …