Looking after yourself before a liver transplant


To prepare for your liver transplant, it’s important to stay as healthy as possible, both mentally and physically

Key points

  • To prepare for your liver transplant, it’s important to stay as healthy as possible, both mentally and physically
  • Keep active, eat well, and lose weight if you need to
  • Avoid alcohol, this is crucial if your liver disease is alcohol-related
  • You or your loved ones might find it helps talking to a support group

Things you can do to keep healthy

Need help with any of the above?

If you need advice or have any concerns, please speak to your liver care team.

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