Introduction In India, rat poison—particularly that which contains yellow phosphorus—is one of the leading causes of acute liver failure. It is affordable, available, and deadly. The medical emergency known as Acute Liver Failure (ALF) is characterised by a fast decline in liver function in individuals who have never had liver illness before. Because of its … Read more
Introduction Viral Hepatitis – A Silent Epidemic Affecting Millions Worldwide. Numerous viruses can cause viral hepatitis, a common liver infection that has serious health repercussions. Even though it is common, little is known about it, which causes catastrophic liver damage and delayed diagnosis. Having worked as a liver transplant anaesthetist and critical care specialist for … Read more
Introduction “My mother’s scan says the liver is cirrhotic.”“There’s fluid in the abdomen—what does it mean?”“Is cirrhosis curable? Can we reverse it?” These are the kinds of messages I receive every week from patients and caregivers. Behind each one is anxiety, confusion—and often, a race against time. Cirrhosis of the liver is a chronic and … Read more
Liver transplantation is a life-saving procedure, but it also marks the beginning of a new chapter—one filled with recovery, resilience, and adjustment to a ‘new normal.’ While the transplant offers a second chance at life, it comes with its own set of post-liver transplant complications that patients and caregivers must be prepared for. From managing … Read more
Whether it’s a BP monitor, glucometer, vitamin supplements, or mental wellness journals — you don’t have to wait, search endlessly, or rely on hospital queues. Recovering from a liver transplant is a profound journey, filled with hope, challenges, and new beginnings. To support you every step of the way, we have created this comprehensive guide … Read more
Whether I spoke to patients, caregivers, or colleagues, one thing became crystal clear — people were too busy, too stressed, or too overwhelmed to sit down and read. Life after liver transplant is chaotic, uncertain, and packed with challenges. Time is scarce. Energy even more so. 🎧 Why This Multimedia Page Exists? “Dr. Tanuja, your … Read more
He had already survived one transplant.But this time, the odds were stacked higher. Sadam — a man with polycystic kidney disease, diabetes, and hypertension — had a kidney transplant years ago. Later, Hepatitis C led to liver failure. He arrived in ICU with ACLF: unconscious, with multi-organ failure. His son Arif stood by him. A … Read more
Acute Liver Failure (ALF) is a sudden, life-threatening medical emergency. It can strike without warning — in someone who seemed perfectly healthy just a few days ago. One moment they’re fine, and the next, they’re confused, jaundiced, or even unconscious. It’s that quick, that dangerous. Unlike chronic liver diseases, ALF doesn’t give you months or … Read more
Children who have acute liver failure or end-stage liver disease may benefit from a liver transplant. However, paediatric liver transplant is not simply a smaller version of adult surgery. The child’s size, physiology, and developmental demands a special, multidisciplinary approach. The causes of liver failure in children and adults are very different. Biliary atresia, metabolic … Read more
Congratulations on making it through your liver transplant surgery. That was the hardest part—right?Not always. Many people who survive the procedure still struggle afterward, emotionally, mentally, and physically. This is exactly why I offer liver transplant recovery support that goes beyond the discharge file. “As a liver transplant anaesthetist and critical care specialist with years … Read more
