How do I get immediate relief from acute liver pain?

[PhoenixMagus]

My husband was recently diagnosed with 100% Sorosis of the liver. They said his liver is still 100% functional though, but he would have to change his diet bla bla bla... He is also HIV+ and on meds. He has these episodes of extreme agonising pain and I dont know what to do to help him. IS THERE ANYTHING AT ALL LIKE A HOME REMEDY OR SOMETHINGTHING SIMILAR TO GIVE HIM SOME IMMEDIATE RELEIF?

[Tuckamore]

Hello Phoenix,

Welcome to MedHelp's Pain Mangement Forum. I am sorry to hear about your husband's pain and diagnosis.

Mollyrae is correct. There is nothing that I am aware of that will ease your husband's pain other than narcotics or something similar that would have to be prescribed by his physician. Is he taking anything for pain?

Molly also added another good suggestion. When the pain becomes acute there is nothing wrong with him seeking treatment for that pain at an Urgent Care Center. If you do not have one close by than a trip to ER may be in order.

Have you or he discussed these painful episodes with his treating physician? If not I would certainly do so. Impress upon his physician how extreme these acute symptoms become. Be assertive and request something to ease his pain.

Please keep us posted and let us know how he is doing. We will look forward to your updates. Your husband is fortunate to have your concern and caring. I wish you both the very best and hope that you soon will find a resolution to his painful episodes..

Take Care,
~Tuck

[Mollyrae]

Hello:

Unfortunately there is not. I also suffer from Liver Disease and other than opiates or OTC meds, there is nothign that will comfort him.

When he has these episodes, it may be a good time to see an Urgent Care Doctor. They may be able to help short term.

I hope he has a good Gastroenterologist.

My best,
Mollyrae