Re: DONALD'S TX ~~~~~ Kathyshell :)

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Kathyshell hang in there for both of you.

Many men do not grown up or face the realities of life and choose to live in denial. I know I'm going to catch hell from the guys but it's true.

The majority of members I have had contact with from all my groups and forums that are having the hardest time accepting their HCV and prognosis are men.

It's not macho or manly to be sick, weak or need to depend on others.

I think we have the motherly instinct and fight for survival at all cost especially in dealing with ourselves and our children.

You can't help someone that doesn't want to help themselves.

Just give it your best shot and know that you have gone everything in your power to help him.

If he is going to be listed for a liver transplant he will need you as his Primary Care Giver or someone to give him care, support and a stable environment at End Stage Liver Disease while waiting for a transplant through the transplant itself, discharge from the hospital and for after care.

It is an enormous job for us to go through and also our care givers.

All the stress does get worse if a transplant is needed not better but very manageable with a loving, caring and supportive relationship between patient and caregiver.

Hoping and Praying for the best for Both Of You and Your Family and Loved Ones.

Happy Holiday's To You and Yours. Make it a great Holiday Season to remember.

Take Care and God Bless.

Deb

Three years in March post transplant.