What It’s Like To Have a Liver TransplantWhen I was diagnosed, I already had NASH (or MASH) and liver cancer. So, I was told by my doctors that I needed a liver transplant. But first, I had...reactionscomments
Dental Problems With Liver DiseaseDental issues have become second nature for me during my fight with liver disease. When I was first diagnosed with end stage cirrhosis and a bunch of other health issues started...reactionscomments
You Don't "Look" SickHaving liver disease has been so hard for 2 reasons: I don't look sick, and it feels isolating. I can't tell you the number of times I have been faced...reactionscomments
Dealing With Immunosuppression After a Liver TransplantEvery transplant patient must take immunosuppressive medication to prevent rejection of their organ for the rest of their lives. Without these drugs, the organ will not survive, and damage will...reactionscomments
Worsening Liver Function – Action & PreventionChances are your diagnosis of liver disease surprised you. Many medical conditions, like NASH/MASH, are asymptomatic, meaning they give little to no signs that something is going on in the...reactionscomments
How I Watch My Sugar Intake for Liver HealthI am Kimberly Nash, a sweet tooth addict. Sounds so funny to admit, but it is the truth. It goes back to my mom's pregnancy with me as she was...reactions2comments
My Unexpected NASH DiagnosisIn 2017, I quit my job and drove across the United States for three months. My only symptom up to that point was fatigue. I thought I was just getting...reactionscomments
Finding Balance With Healthy Living for NASHHey there, if you suffer from NAFLD or NASH and have read my previous articles, then you probably already know that one of the fastest and most efficient ways I...reactionscomments
How Healthy Habits-Not Just Weight Loss-Can Help NASHNASH/MASH is more common in those who live in a bigger body. Which means the treatment recommendation usually sounds like...“You need to lose weight.” But, in case you haven’t noticed, losing...reactionscomments
When You Just Can't Focus: Dealing With Liver Disease Brain FogIf you are a patient diagnosed with a liver condition such as NASH, you know what I am talking about here. Brain fog is one of the most common side...reactions1comment
What it Was Like to Have a Liver BiopsyAt one year post liver transplant, you will probably be required to have a liver biopsy, or you may be having one as a diagnostic test, often with a liver...reactionscomments
My Experience as a Liver AdvocateHello! I am Liver Advocate, Kimberly Nash. (How ironic my name is after a liver disease I advocate for!) As you can imagine, I get lots of laughs advocating for...reactionscomments
NASH and ItchingDo you ever have a persistent itch that worsens as you try to relieve it, spreading all over your body? If yes, this article might help clarify why you feel...reactions4comments
A NASH Nurse Answers Patients' Most Common QuestionsIf you’ve spent any time in the healthcare world, you’ve probably realized pretty quickly that we healthcare providers often use an entirely different language. The gap between what’s being said...reactions2comments
Can NASH Cause Permanent Damage to My Body?Before I got my diagnosis of NASH, one of my many symptoms was pain and sensitivity on my right side where the liver is. The pain felt as if it...reactionscomments
My Doctor Ordered an Ultrasound...What Does That Mean?An ultrasound on my liver was ordered. What is next? If you or your doctor suspect a NASH diagnosis, it's possible you just had some blood work completed, showing your liver...reactions2comments
Now Closed - Liver-Friendly Cooking GiveawayThe Liver-Friendly Cooking Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Making changes to your diet – combined with regular exercise – is the primary way to manage NASH...reactionscomments
How Getting Diagnosed With NASH Made Me FeelIt was on the 22nd of December, in 2022, when I got my diagnosis. I remember I was feeling very deflated and anxious about my liver biopsy results. My hepatology...reactionscomments
How Do I Connect With Other People Living With NASH Disease?Many people with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) have told us that it can be challenging to find other people in their community who truly understand their experiences. Our goal at NASHDisease.net...reactionscomments
What Caused My NASH?Today I want to talk about what caused my non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, better known as NASH. There are several contributing factors as to why I got diagnosed with liver disease, but...reactionscomments
