Newly Diagnosed
The PBC Foundation is the only organisation based in the UK that deals specifically with PBC .
Welcome to this section of our website. This section has been specifically designed for those who have recently been diagnosed with PBC, or are very new to the condition and are looking for some basic information on PBC. By using the menu on the left, you can navigate to the different pages within this section. Please bear in mind that this website does not replace the value of a personalised conversation with a trained member of staff with a good working knowledge of PBC, so if you do have any questions, please call a medical expert.
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What is PBC
PBC (Primary Biliary Cholangitis) is a life-long, auto-immune condition which affects the liver. In simple terms, the body thinks that the bile ducts within the liver are foreign objects and tries to destroy the lining to these...
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Urso Dose Calculator
We are delighted to launch our newest self-care tool - The Urso Dose Calculator.
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Membership Benefits
If you are affected by PBC, and have not already joined us, we would urge you to join the PBC Foundation. Membership is absolutely free and there are many benefits on joining:
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PBC App
We provide a free app for our service users. It includes our compendium, symptom tracker, diary of events, latest news, mood tracker, medicine reminder and more. Get it today. Available for Android and iOS.
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Publications
The two main ways we provide our members with information is through our Bear Facts and Compendium publications
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Leaflets
The PBC Foundation publishes three information leaflets. One is written specifically for patients with PBC. One is targeted at health professionals. The third leaflet is a general leaflet explaining all about PBC, the Foundation...
