David’s story: “To go from feeling unwell to being told I need a liver transplant was a shock to say the least”
Even though he was a keen sportsman, David was overweight. His busy lifestyle meant he didn’t have …
Michelle’s story: “I was shocked when I was diagnosed with NASH and cirrhosis “
The shock of being diagnosed with NASH and cirrhosis due to her diet also made Michelle think …
Kay’s story: “The British Liver Trust nurses helped me change the course of my liver disease for the better and it feels like a bit of a miracle”
Kay had no idea her fatty liver disease was serious until she was referred to a gastroenterologist …
Veronica’s story: “If you’ve been given a NAFLD diagnosis you’ve been given another chance to look at your lifestyle and make a difference.”
Having lost her brother to liver cancer, Veronica was nervous about visiting the British Liver Trust’s Love …
Jackson’s story: “One thing I’m determined to do now is attend the British Liver Trust’s NAFLD support group.”
After being diagnosed with NAFLD, Jackson was successfully following his dietician’s eating plan, but work-related stress led …
Jo’s story: “I think it’s unacceptable that people with a liver condition, whatever the cause, are stigmatised”
Jo and her wife Joanne were looking forward to moving to a new home in the North …
Gordon’s Story
People think I am younger than I am, so I show them the photo of me before …
Cheryl’s story “I received my NAFLD diagnosis in a letter and was left to my own devices. I was anxious that I might die and kept thinking I’ve got a little girl to look after”
Cheryl’s multiple miscarriages following IVF treatment led her to comfort binge-eating. When she finally became pregnant naturally …
Chris and Sam’s story: “We weren’t told about encephalopathy at all”
When Chris was diagnosed with non alcohol cirrhosis of the liver neither he or partner Sam were …
Chris’ story: “Liver disease was poisoning my system”
Chris liked salty food and regularly ate ready meals, not realising the irreparable damage they were doing …