Patient Stories

Module 1: Understanding Liver Cancer

Kara: How did you find out you had liver cancer?
Kara: How did you find out you had liver cancer?
Kara describes the symptoms and experiences she had leading up to her diagnosis of liver cancer.
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Kathleen: How did you find out you had liver cancer?
Kathleen: How did you find out you had liver cancer?
Kathleen describes the symptoms and experiences she had leading up to her diagnosis of liver cancer.
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Kay: How did you find out you had liver cancer?
Kay: How did you find out you had liver cancer?
Kay describes the symptoms and experiences she had leading up to her diagnosis of liver cancer.
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Module 2: Screening and Diagnosing Liver Cancer

Kara: How was your liver cancer diagnosed?
Kara: How was your liver cancer diagnosed?
Kara reflects on the testing and experiences she had when she was diagnosed with liver cancer.
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Kathleen: How was your liver cancer diagnosed?
Kathleen: How was your liver cancer diagnosed?
Kathleen reflects on the testing and experiences she had when she was diagnosed with liver cancer.
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Kay: How was your liver cancer diagnosed?
Kay: How was your liver cancer diagnosed?
Kay reflects on the testing and experiences she had when she was diagnosed with liver cancer.
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Module 3: Treating and Managing Liver Cancer

Kara: What challenges and successes have you had with your liver cancer treatment?
Kara: What challenges and successes have you had with your liver cancer treatment?
Kara talks about the challenges and successes of her liver cancer treatment journey.
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Kathleen: What challenges and successes have you had with your liver cancer treatment?
Kathleen: What challenges and successes have you had with your liver cancer treatment?
Kathleen talks about the challenges and successes of her liver cancer treatment journey.
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Kay: What challenges and successes have you had with your liver cancer treatment?
Kay: What challenges and successes have you had with your liver cancer treatment?
Kay talks about the challenges and successes of her liver cancer treatment journey.
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Kara: What advice do you have for others on their journey with liver cancer?
Kara: What advice do you have for others on their journey with liver cancer?
Kara shares her experiences and advice for other people on their journey with liver cancer.
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Kathleen: What advice do you have for others on their journey with liver cancer?
Kathleen: What advice do you have for others on their journey with liver cancer?

Kathleen shares her experiences and advice for other people on their journey with liver cancer.

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Kay: What advice do you have for others on their journey with liver cancer?
Kay: What advice do you have for others on their journey with liver cancer?
Kay shares her experiences and advice for other people on their journey with liver cancer.
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Module 5: Understanding Liver Cancer Surgery and Liver Transplant

Jane: What was your liver cancer surgery experience like?
Jane: What was your liver cancer surgery experience like?
In this video, Jane, a liver cancer survivor, talks about her experience with liver surgery, from initial diagnosis through recovery. After a routine checkup revealed a large liver mass, Jane had surgery to remove what was believed to be a benign tumor. Post-surgery, she learned it was liver cancer. Thankfully, it hadn't spread, and no further treatment was needed. Her liver has regrown, and she's now healthy, active, and grateful for her surgeon and care team.
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Jane: What advice do you have for others preparing for liver cancer surgery?
Jane: What advice do you have for others preparing for liver cancer surgery?
In this video, Jane offers advice for others preparing for liver cancer surgery. She stresses the importance of finding a skilled surgeon you trust and being proactive in your recovery. She recommends staying on top of pain medication, using ice to reduce soreness and inflammation, taking care to prevent constipation, and wearing an abdominal binder for support. Jane also encourages staying active to help the healing process.
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Module 6: Understanding Fatty Liver Disease and HCC

Wayne: How did you find out you had fatty liver disease?
Wayne: How did you find out you had fatty liver disease?
Wayne Eskridge is the founder of the Fatty Liver Foundation. In this video, he shares how he was diagnosed with fatty liver disease and NASH cirrhosis. After years of subtle symptoms and inconclusive tests, a scan in 2015 confirmed his condition. He reflects on how limited liver disease awareness and diagnostic tools were at the time and expresses gratitude for improved care and early diagnosis that helped him manage the disease. Wayne emphasizes the importance of early detection and better awareness to help others facing similar challenges.
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Wayne: What treatment options did your doctor discuss with you for fatty liver disease?
Wayne: What treatment options did your doctor discuss with you for fatty liver disease?
In this video, Wayne discusses the treatment options his doctor offered after his diagnosis of fatty liver disease. At the time, there were no approved medications, only diet and exercise. He changed his lifestyle, leading to significant weight loss. Wayne notes how treatment options have since evolved, with new drug approvals, better patient education, and improved standards of care for earlier diagnosis and intervention.
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This educational activity has been developed by Blue Faery: The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Association in collaboration with Mechanisms in Medicine Inc.

This activity is supported by independent educational grants from AstraZeneca, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Eisai, Exelixis, Merck, and Genentech.

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