A) Medicines can have different side effects and your liver doctor should explain to you what medicines you take. They won’t prescribe you medicines for no good reason, so maybe you could speak to your doctor or liver team and let them know how you are feeling; as it may be that adjustments can be made.
A) Unfortunately you’re prescribed medicines for a reason so chucking them in the bin won’t make you feel any better in the long run. It may be worth you understanding a bit more about what medicines you take and why you have to take them- your liver team would be happy to discuss them with you. Your mum obviously doesn’t want you to be ill, so is nagging you because it’s the only thing she feels she can do so that you take them. Try talking to her and explaining how you feel and see if you can come to a compromise with how you both behave when it comes to your medicines.
A) It may feel like your dad doesn’t trust you to take your medicines at the moment but there are definite things you cold try that will hopefully show him you can be responsible/trusted.
• Try and remember to take your medicines for yourself when you are at home. (set your phone alarm to help you remember)
• Show an interest when you attend your liver appointments try and ask questions
• Order a dossette (medicines) container that helps you organise your medicines
• Consider getting a medic alert bracelet/necklace from CLDF that is an emblem that has your medical details on it in case of an emergency
• Order CLDFs Taking your Liver into Adulthood Medicines leaflet for more info
