Pre-Liver Transplant Care: Dr. Abhishek Yadav

Overview

Instructions

• Stay physically and mentally active
  Being as physically fit as possible prior to a liver transplant is crucial. You'll feel more energized and less stressed after engaging in moderate exercise. This could be swimming, walking, cycling, light jogging, or any other activity you enjoy. Consult a liver transplant surgeon in Pune, India to determine the best exercise regimen for you.
• Be optimistic
  Anxiety and depression are prevalent during the emotional period of waiting for a transplant. Keeping occupied can be beneficial. However, you might want to talk to a support group with your loved ones. Your liver care team can help connect you with community groups.
• Consume the right foods and beverages
  Your liver care team will provide you with information regarding your diet. It's critical that you heed this advice.
• Avoid consuming alcohol
  You must abstain from alcohol while awaiting a liver transplant if you have alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) or if it is believed that alcohol consumption contributed to your liver disease. You can get more details from your liver care team.

• Quit smoking
  It is recommended to give up smoking as soon as possible before receiving a transplant. This will assist you in maintaining your health Post-Liver Transplant and help you get ready for it more effectively. Consult your doctor or liver team for assistance in stopping smoking.
• Consume your medications as prescribed
  It's critical that you take all of your medications as directed. Inform your transplant team of every medicine or supplement you are taking as it can interfere with your treatment process and require certain changes in your treatment plan. Moreover, it's mandatory to stop taking certain medicines a few days before surgery, such as aspirin or blood thinners as they may cause excess bleeding during the surgery.
• Planning a family
  Pregnancy prevents you from being eligible for a liver transplant. If, while awaiting a liver transplant, you require advice regarding fertility or contraception, please consult your liver team.
• Monitor your health
  Get the tests advised by liver specialist doctor on a regular basis to keep an eye on your health status.