How can liver disease affect quality of life?
Many people with liver disease will feel quite well and even severe symptoms may occur only in episodes that people recover from. However, the symptoms, side-effects of treatment and outlook of liver disease can really affect people with liver disease and their families, causing discomfort, pain, anxiety and depression. Your doctor and the medical team they work with can give you advice on how to manage the symptoms of your disease and direct you to other sources of help, like social services. Many people also find that talking with other people with liver disease can offer practical advice and support. Contact the British Liver Trust for your nearest support group .
