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Out on a short walk and hoping for some good news!
Taking a walk for as long as you can is good. even if you feel like crap. the sun has a natural ability to give you a pickup. So if you can, just walk a little.
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Видео

How Liver Disease Impacts Your Life - Episode #64
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Liver Disease seems to have an endless list of symptoms and life altering side effects. Here is a long list of how I've been personally impacted since my diagnosis. #liverdisease #cirrhosis #sideeffects #life #symptoms #liver #anxiety #depression #disability #disabled
Struggling With Mental Health, Depression and an Update - Episode #63
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Mental health is such an important topic that is too often neglected. #mentalhealth #update #mentalhealthawareness #disability #depression #anxiety #therapy #cirrhosis #liver #liverdisease
Qualifying for a Liver Transplant (My Experience) - Episode #62
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I'm sharing my experience with the liver transplant process thus far.
20 Warning Signs of Liver Disease (16 - 20) - Part 4 Episode #61
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Warning signs 16 through 20 of liver disease.
20 Warning Signs of Liver Disease (11-15) - Part 3 Episode #60
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Warning signs 11 through 15 of liver disease.
Sleeping with Liver Disease...
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Sleeping with Liver Disease...
20 Warning Signs of Liver Disease (6 - 10) - Part 2 Episode #59
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20 Warning Signs of Liver Disease (6 - 10) - Part 2 Episode #59
20 Warning Signs of Liver Disease (1-5) - Part 1 Episode #58
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20 Warning Signs of Liver Disease (1-5) - Part 1 Episode #58
Liver disease, cirrhosis, and your bathroom...
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Liver disease, cirrhosis, and your bathroom...
Being an advocate for yourself and your liver disease! Episode #57
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Being an advocate for yourself and your liver disease! Episode #57
An update on me and a friendly reminder on mental health.
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An update on me and a friendly reminder on mental health.
Depression & Sadness | Episode #56
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Depression & Sadness | Episode #56
Liver Diet Tips | Episode #57
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Liver Diet Tips | Episode #57
She Got Her New Liver So Miracles Are Real | Episode | #56
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She Got Her New Liver So Miracles Are Real | Episode | #56
Forever In Ink | Episode #55
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Forever In Ink | Episode #55
Hurting & Being A Difference | Episode #54
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Hurting & Being A Difference | Episode #54
Why I Was Gone and a Video Crasher | Episode #53
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Why I Was Gone and a Video Crasher | Episode #53
Pain You Can't Explain | Episode #52
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Pain You Can't Explain | Episode #52
I'm Headed to the Doctor | Episode #51
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I'm Headed to the Doctor | Episode #51
Can't Sleep, Fatigue & Cirrhosis | Episode #50
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Can't Sleep, Fatigue & Cirrhosis | Episode #50
I'm ANGRY... Really ANGRY... | Episode #49
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I'm ANGRY... Really ANGRY... | Episode #49
My 2024 Resolution... I'm Going to Be a "YouTuber"!!! | Episode #48
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My 2024 Resolution... I'm Going to Be a "RUclipsr"!!! | Episode #48
BONUS EPISODE!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR 2024!
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BONUS EPISODE!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR 2024!
Your Diagnosis and Your Identity | Episode #47
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Your Diagnosis and Your Identity | Episode #47
My Organs Are Up For Donation | Episode #46
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My Organs Are Up For Donation | Episode #46
Thank You and I Have to Share Some Things | Episode #45
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Thank You and I Have to Share Some Things | Episode #45
Roses and Thorns (While Nick is on a Break)
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Roses and Thorns (While Nick is on a Break)
Liver Rambling, Sleep & Stress | Episode #44
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Liver Rambling, Sleep & Stress | Episode #44
Knee Surgery & F/U Updates | Episode #43
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Knee Surgery & F/U Updates | Episode #43

Комментарии

  • @shellieholmes9793
    @shellieholmes9793 2 дня назад

    Me and my husband were just told today he was moving on to Liver transplant evaluation Houston Methodist , Houston, Texas. They are outstanding!

  • @cjc1702
    @cjc1702 4 дня назад

    My timeline is possibly 2 years, 8 months ago. Take me now... this disease is brutal. I will be stopping all medical intervention. I can no longer endure perinstis every 2 weeks, 7 medications a day. They are gross and not worth the effort. It takes me hours to get the nerve to take the next one. I am happy you have support, my family are a dumpster fire.

    • @cjc1702
      @cjc1702 4 дня назад

      Decompit cirrhosis, end of life, meld score 24. Liver transplant or death. Who can afford the travel, medications, and stress not me. I can barely make it to my Dr 15 miles away. Transplant center Is 4 + hours away weigh I am 88 lbs and jaundiced, and bruised from head to toe. I want to just go home with the lord and my parents. Simple request.

  • @folgerboy
    @folgerboy 5 дней назад

    I’m ironically killing four hours until my next full blood panel while listening to this video. Getting a fresh snapshot ultrasound next week and first transplant interview next month. Two and a half years sober, last beer was the night before I was hospitalized. I have the complication of sarcoidosis which turned out to be the culprit behind chronic autoimmune hepatitis but drinking didn’t help obviously. Low fat low sugar high carb diet and tons of fruit has made a big difference. I love that you’re doing these regular videos to take a lot of the fear out of the experience for the newcomers to this journey. There’s some rough realities to face but a lot of positives that can come out of the process. Even if a transplant doesn’t go down I’ve learned to adjust my lifestyle and my activity to my stamina, energy levels and so on. Your closing note about being a positive in someone’s day is possibly the most important advice you gave. Mental and emotional well being is critical, even if it’s a couple of my favourite candy bars in a mug next to my bed for those 3 a.m. ‘what is the point of all of this’ experiences. I’ve explained to a few others that major lifestyle changes (diet, medication, addiction recovery) aren’t buying you a future or ‘extra years’. They’re paying owed rent and allowing you to stay a while longer so long as you stay in good graces with your landlord (your body) who has heard every excuse under the sun. Thanks again for your channel and all your work.

  • @SevenCostanza
    @SevenCostanza 6 дней назад

    Love how you tie youre body giving up to working😅. Had nothing to do with it . I can work myself exhausted. My kidneys never failed. U had renal failure cuz you drank youre way to it. There was ZERO other contributing factors.

  • @cibonthesaint8903
    @cibonthesaint8903 7 дней назад

    I like your insight.

  • @BamBam-me8sf
    @BamBam-me8sf 10 дней назад

    Holy shit. I saw your old video ages back. You look so fucking healthy in comparison. Thats insane.

  • @MonaYY_Rig
    @MonaYY_Rig 11 дней назад

    Nick. Sending big hugs and love 💕💚🌟

  • @user-ne8vl2uh8g
    @user-ne8vl2uh8g 12 дней назад

    May i ask how old are you??

  • @lynnepaquette4124
    @lynnepaquette4124 12 дней назад

    I'm really scared. Weakness but can't sleep, really itchy, can barely hold a conversation I'm always nervous and confused. So much pain and nausea my mental health is shot. I'm holding onto hope.

  • @lynnepaquette4124
    @lynnepaquette4124 12 дней назад

    I have liver disease and the pain is terrifying. I'm glad you're still with us. I have 0 tolerance for pain especially prolonged. I'm back in AA and going through withdrawal from a relapse. You're right it's enough to make you nuts. I feel like I'm being stabbed and quite inflamed. I cry so much. I can't sleep on my side. I appreciate your content so much and glad you're still alive.

  • @cibonthesaint8903
    @cibonthesaint8903 12 дней назад

    It’s been a while since I’ve seen one of your videos, but it’s good to see you looking healthy. And I really like what I heard from you and it makes sense.

  • @kevinconmy3625
    @kevinconmy3625 14 дней назад

    Youre helping many people Nick!Gottee is coming in great !

  • @markolson5315
    @markolson5315 14 дней назад

    Sorry this comes in so late but hope everything went well with the decision!

  • @imveryhungry112
    @imveryhungry112 15 дней назад

    You look healthy man at least.

  • @ThisKidLennon
    @ThisKidLennon 16 дней назад

    Rip

  • @philippamediwake1235
    @philippamediwake1235 17 дней назад

    Great to see you in the great outdoors ❤️

  • @markolson5315
    @markolson5315 17 дней назад

    Hang in there! Be prepared because "the call" comes when you least expect it. Trust me!

  • @susansuarez343
    @susansuarez343 17 дней назад

    You’re in my prayers always Nick 🙏🏼♥️🇨🇦 1:20

  • @Hope...M
    @Hope...M 18 дней назад

    Thanks and good luck within the next couple of weeks.❤

  • @bartstarr2371
    @bartstarr2371 18 дней назад

    Looking good buddy.

    • @fortressfarms82
      @fortressfarms82 18 дней назад

      Thank you my friend! I hope you're doing well!

  • @russellcooper5826
    @russellcooper5826 18 дней назад

    Living in the South of the UK and its about 22c here and I find it not to bad walking on flat ground, its hills I struggle with but I can travel on bus journeys to the coast where my grandparents took me about 30 years ago about 12 miles away, that costs me £2 which I think is about $ 2:50. Its a nice way to see scenery and grab an iced cream.

    • @Hope...M
      @Hope...M 17 дней назад

      Resume through the nose and excel out through the mouth as you're doing your walk. If you get dizzy or lightheaded, bend your torso downwards with a hand on the knees so that your head is about even with your heart. The dizziness should go away that can come from dehydration or you could come from other things more serious like high blood pressure or whatnot. Usually it's dehydration when I've felt these things before. It helps quickly when you do just stop and bend over your body with your hands on those knees. If you're at home just put your hand on a counter and do the same thing. I'm not trying to ask like a know-it-all but I'm just giving suggestions that have helped me and have helped my dad when we feel light-headed. The hardest part is breathing in through the nose and out through the mouth because we're never told this for the most part in Western culture. I was never told that when I was a little kid

  • @RubberWilbur
    @RubberWilbur 18 дней назад

    your skin complication and overall health looks good.

  • @DJtheDeityUFO
    @DJtheDeityUFO 19 дней назад

    good luck nick! love bro.

  • @911porschehippie5
    @911porschehippie5 20 дней назад

    I’m praying for you my friend… I think and pray for you often… 🙏 ❤️ 🙏

  • @kalevala29
    @kalevala29 20 дней назад

    Lykkyä tykö! (good luck) 🐞

  • @Cheefytube
    @Cheefytube 22 дня назад

    Positive vibes from Cali brother !

  • @Rosyy00022
    @Rosyy00022 22 дня назад

    God help this guy❤

  • @thandie67
    @thandie67 22 дня назад

    Positive vibes to you.

  • @marionschulz155
    @marionschulz155 22 дня назад

    Glad to hear you are feeling good keep it going!! There will be ups and downs, we can never tell what the future may bring, so take one day at a time. Get a note book and write something down from each day that was positive this will help you think that way more .Good luck!! ❤

  • @hausmeister9478
    @hausmeister9478 22 дня назад

    Good luck brother. Best wishes from Germany

    • @fortressfarms82
      @fortressfarms82 22 дня назад

      Thank you! You have no idea how happy it makes me that my little channel has reached out so far. Hope things are well in Germany!

  • @markminer4685
    @markminer4685 22 дня назад

    Best of luck to you. I'm behind you with positive thoughts. I've been down that same road 7 years ago with positive results.

  • @user-gt2jh1eb4l
    @user-gt2jh1eb4l 22 дня назад

    Just had a ultra sound scan on my abomen have not got results yet just say bissmila Rachman arheem befor you start your test you will pass I did it with our pip payments and it works belive me Andy uk

  • @markn1822
    @markn1822 23 дня назад

    Good luck brother

  • @Chris.k-is7dk
    @Chris.k-is7dk 23 дня назад

    You got brother!!!! Sending prayers & positive vibes your way. Hoping for a good outcome you deserve it. Keep fighting🙏💪

  • @kathykeener3523
    @kathykeener3523 23 дня назад

    Praying!

  • @michaelbyrne5665
    @michaelbyrne5665 23 дня назад

    Hello Nick. Thanks for uploading all of your videos on this subject, they are helping me a lot. You are one tough guy that's for sure and you're looking very healthy. The real battle is just starting here but at least I know I'm not the only one going through this nightmare and yes it can play with your mind and cause deep depression but I have a nack to deal with that of which works. Thanks again Nick and best wishes on your future endevours.

    • @fortressfarms82
      @fortressfarms82 23 дня назад

      It's my pleasure Michael! I'm glad my videos are helping you along your journey.

  • @valerielock2374
    @valerielock2374 23 дня назад

    Prayers your way❤

  • @SpectralUltra
    @SpectralUltra 23 дня назад

    It's like nothing any more for me. I cured my severe chirrhosis with daily 3 capsules of Milk Thisle and 1 Serrapeptace. Detaining from booze for 9 months. Now I can drink moderately now and then and I feel no effect of the disease. Blood work is good and liver epitel had smoothen, due to Serrapeptace breaking up scar and dead tissue. Strongly recommend these suppliments.

    • @user-gt2jh1eb4l
      @user-gt2jh1eb4l 21 день назад

      You must stop drinking streaght away you are killing yourself dont think its gone away it has not its still their only you can save yourself no one else No doctors can help you its down to you live or die

  • @lbthingsstuffmore9513
    @lbthingsstuffmore9513 23 дня назад

    Positive vibes your way.❤😊

  • @kathrynbrandon5212
    @kathrynbrandon5212 23 дня назад

    Prayers 🙏🤍🕊️

  • @philippamediwake1235
    @philippamediwake1235 23 дня назад

    Hope everything goes your way today Nick 💫

  • @russellcooper5826
    @russellcooper5826 23 дня назад

    Physically, the itching and joint pain is the worst. Mentally, the anxiety stops me doing things I was not previously worried about.

  • @MonaYY_Rig
    @MonaYY_Rig 24 дня назад

    Hi Nick 🎉. It’s good to see you looking really good. I’m glad you’re here. I hope you continue to be well. Get better and stay safe. Please take care of yourself my friend, hugs to you. Mona 💚

  • @margaretpawlik2107
    @margaretpawlik2107 24 дня назад

    You're lucky to be pre transplant and be somewhat heathy. After I was diagnosed with cirrhosis I quit drinking, went to a specialist and started having blood tests done until the numbers (of my blood test) got so bad and I had to be admitted to the hospital twice for blood transfusions. My body was eating my red blood cells. I'm now 3 years post transplant and walk a lot. LOL

  • @traceyfaber365
    @traceyfaber365 24 дня назад

    Joy killing fatigue, joint pain, skin issues! I am shivering cold even on warm days. Sleep deprivation makes me a zombie. I’ve always been pretty tough but this is about to be more than I can do. My people don’t understand and I don’t have good doctors. Feeling pretty hopeless. I appreciate you Nick, wish you better days ahead.

    • @fortressfarms82
      @fortressfarms82 24 дня назад

      You will get there my friend. Just keep trucking forward!

    • @user-gt2jh1eb4l
      @user-gt2jh1eb4l 21 день назад

      I met someone i told him i was dieing after 5 weeks i met him again he said this to me are you ok now you were not well last time i seen you are you better now I felt like punching him in the mouth how stupid can you be Yes i have all the same things as you but here in the uk its still all free In usa i dont know how you pay for all the medecation its 150.000 usd per year or more Dont worry you are not alone we are all in the same boat my thoughts are with you take 1 day at a time happy to talke to you anytime Andy kilo uk ❤

  • @PoeLemic
    @PoeLemic 24 дня назад

    Do you think this could be due to the stress of living with this disease? Is your mind clear when you go to bed? Or, do you have a lot of mental stressors (like paying bills, costs of the medicine, worrying about the next surgical intervention, etc.)? Those things I sure did (and could barely sleep at all) when I was taking care of my elder, 90+ yoa Mom as she fought cancer.

    • @fortressfarms82
      @fortressfarms82 24 дня назад

      I'm sure that has something to do with it, but I know that it also has to do with your liver enzymes being all messed up.

  • @valerielock2374
    @valerielock2374 24 дня назад

    Prayers for all of us with any diseases .

  • @rhondaharmon724
    @rhondaharmon724 24 дня назад

    Right there with every single symptom. Don’t leave out splenic artery aneurysms. I use Xifaxin for HE. It works fantastic and they allow me to only use lactulose when my mind goes wacko because I can tell it. My platelets run around 100 and I sometimes get spontaneous bleeding from my mouth. My blood is extremely thin which is normal and add that on to a huge spleen and put an aneurysm in the mix and it could be disastrous if in an accident. Muscle wasting is horrible after 15 years of this, but hey I am still here. Just keep churning along. I have horrible neuropathy which is another side effect. Add that onto the itching and I almost go mad. I take a Benadryl if terribly itchy and sometimes need atarax when it gets out of control. My side gets what is like a catch in it that literally makes me scream as it takes my breath. This stuff is no fun and I am too exhausted to think about sex honestly.

    • @valerielock2374
      @valerielock2374 24 дня назад

      My side does that when I lean forward sometimes. I thought it was from where they took my gallbladder out but I guess it's my liver😢

    • @valerielock2374
      @valerielock2374 24 дня назад

      My platelets are at 117

    • @rhondaharmon724
      @rhondaharmon724 24 дня назад

      @@valerielock2374 nope. It is from where the liver gets stiff and scared down. They told me at Mayo unless the platelets got below 50, they do nothing. Bruises are terrible.

  • @marcusm555
    @marcusm555 24 дня назад

    I"ve always enjoyed hearing your experiences for the last few months of watching your videos. It would be cool to see you do a fun episode, like at a park or something to remind people how you still enjoy life to the fullest despite your diagnosis.

    • @fortressfarms82
      @fortressfarms82 24 дня назад

      You got it! 😊

    • @marcusm555
      @marcusm555 24 дня назад

      @fortressfarms82 the hot peanuts challenge with your friends was great to watch. Forgot you had liver disease and my own.

  • @kathykeener3523
    @kathykeener3523 24 дня назад

    Hang in there Dude!