3. What should I do when a non-ideal liver becomes available?The condition of your liver keeps changing during the waiting period. When a non-ideal liver becomes available, the doctors will help you best judge the risks and benefits of using the non-ideal liver in the present situation. It is finally your decision whether you want to go ahead with the non-ideal liver. Your status on the waiting list will not change if you decide to wait for another liver at this point.
4. Can immunosuppressant drugs have side effects?Yes, they have significant side effects. Immunosuppressants make the individual more susceptible to other infections by suppressing the body’s immune system.
Other side effects could be weight gain, diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol, osteoporosis or kidney damage. Long-term use can increase the risk of skin or other cancers too.