Ugh, that is a thoroughly miserable situation.Yes. I'm a little confused by some of her texts, but I'm sure she's texting a LOT of people, so some of the information might not be included.
She has cirrhosis as well.
Information bit here:
Several things can cause cirrhosis. #1 cause for men is alcohol/drug use/abuse. #1 for women is obesity. My friend has been obese her entire life.
I certainly see why you wish it wasn't true!
(Although I am glad that you do not have TWO friends with such problems. One is bad, two would be worse.)