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Is Any One Else Cholesterol Is High?. But Not Getting Medicine For It. If So What Are You Taking?

By A myPBCteam Member 19 answers

Which Primary Biliary Cholangitis Symptom Surprised You The Most?

By A myPBCteam Member 26 answers

How Do Beverages With Caffeine Affect Your PBC?

By A myPBCteam Member 28 answers

Do You Often Feel Like You Are Fighting A Bug And Starting To Get Sick?

By A myPBCteam Member 10 answers
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Did Anyone Had A High Reading On Fiberscan An Ur Specialist Wanted To Do A Liver Biopsy

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
Canada, KY
A myPBCteam Member

Yes, my scans appeared to show greater disease progression than my biopsy findings. This was my second biopsy. I know, a biopsy seems really scary but it's not as bad as it sounds. I'd rather know, as… read more

3 days ago

Anyone Taking Milk Thistle Approved By Your Doctor? If So How Much Do You Take? Has It Made A Difference?

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
San Diego, CA
A myPBCteam Member

No, my doctors only what they put me on. They said that they won’t be able to see what’s working

1 day ago

Should Those With PBC (and Likely Additional Auto Immune Diseases) Get Flu Or Covid (or Other) Vaccines? Seems Differing Thoughts

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
Oneonta, AL
A myPBCteam Member

My hepatologist insists that I keep up with all vaccines. I have had every COVID vaccine available and get a yearly flu shot. I have also gotten hepatitis A and B vaccines plus the shingles, pneumonia… read more

November 10

Is Taking Bile Salts Helpful For PBC

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
Grand Rapids, MI
A myPBCteam Member

Yes, taking bile salts can be helpful for managing Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC). Doctors typically prescribe bile acids to treat PBC because they help improve liver function. The U.S. Food and… read more

November 9

My Liver Biopsy Says Stage 4. Anyone In Stage 4? For How Long? I Have NO Symptoms Of Stage 4. What Are You Experiencing? Thank You...

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
San Diego, CA
A myPBCteam Member

I have had stage 4 for 2 years now. I have the itching. My arms
and legs itch the most. I made the mistake of taking Benadryl. My eyes became so incredibly dry, even crying didn't help😥. Now, I make… read more

November 9

I Am Interested In Learning More About Seladelpar Which Has Been Recently Approved And Has Shown To Lower ALP Numbers. Has Anyone Tried It?

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
Peniel, FL
A myPBCteam Member

Thank-you for letting me know what you learned. I was hoping the manufacturer's program would be more helpful to everyone due to the extremely high cost of their product.

November 5

What’s Your Trick For Enjoying Holiday Treats And Staying On Track? 🎃

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA
A myPBCteam Member

Wow never heard of PBC being connected to enzymes or admitted it was. When I researched PBC in the beginning i kept coming across leaky gut could be involved with the autoimmune. DONT FORGET... I… read more

November 11

Hey! Doc Wants Me On Ocaliva Has Anyone Else Had To Be On Both Med (URSO/Ocliv

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
Philadelphia Area, PA
A myPBCteam Member

Yes, it is common for people with Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) to be prescribed both Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA) and Ocaliva (Obeticholic Acid). Here are some key points:

- Combination Therapy… read more

October 12

Is There A Cure For Pbc

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
Ft Washakie wyoming
A myPBCteam Member

There is currently no cure for primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). Treatment focuses on slowing down the disease progression and preventing permanent liver damage. Medications, lifestyle adjustments… read more

October 12

I Have Been On Ursodiol 2022 Numbers Not Really Going Down So They Gave Me Ocaliva ,but I Have Not Started Because I Really Don't Know If

A myPBCteam Member asked a question 💭
Pine Beach, NJ

also I have osteoporosis not sure what to take any what are you doing PBC and Sjogens

A myPBCteam Member

I take Prolia every six months . Been on it 7 years. But PBC does cause it.

October 24
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