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Did Anyone Had A High Reading On Fiberscan An Ur Specialist Wanted To Do A Liver Biopsy

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Canada, KY
November 15
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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 much as possible about my disease progression, than not know. Good luck and best wishes!

November 18
A myPBCteam Member

I had a liver biopsy because my specialist thought I may have autoimmune hepatitis as well. Wasn't sure then sent it to the pathologists they didn't think I did. But my blood work I just had and my specialist thinks I do.

November 17
A myPBCteam Member

Yes.I had a liver biopsy in April 2024.

November 16
A myPBCteam Member

Yes, a high reading on a FibroScan can indicate liver stiffness, which is a sign of cirrhosis. If your symptoms or lab results are unclear, your specialist might recommend a liver biopsy. This involves removing a small sample of liver tissue to study under a microscope, helping to confirm the diagnosis and assess the extent Show Full Answer

Yes, a high reading on a FibroScan can indicate liver stiffness, which is a sign of cirrhosis. If your symptoms or lab results are unclear, your specialist might recommend a liver biopsy. This involves removing a small sample of liver tissue to study under a microscope, helping to confirm the diagnosis and assess the extent of fibrosis or scarring.

November 15

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