Hello Doctor,
I was diagnosed with Hepatitis B a year ago, which progressed to liver cirrhosis with portal hypertension, splenomegaly, and gallbladder stones. After treatment, the stones and ulcers resolved, but my spleen size increased. A recent CT scan still shows cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and a dilated portal vein. My doctor increased my Cardivas dose. I am 50 years old. Should I consider a liver transplant now? Will it help me live normally, or can I manage with medications? What is my life expectancy?
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
A liver transplant is the best and final treatment for your condition, as medications cannot reverse cirrhosis. A successful transplant can restore liver function, improve quality of life, and increase life expectancy, though lifelong immunosuppressive medication is required. If you delay transplant evaluation, complications like variceal bleeding or liver failure may arise. I strongly recommend consulting a transplant hepatologist to assess your eligibility.
Thanks
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