Liver Cirrhosis

Cirrhosis is a late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by many forms of liver diseases and conditions, such as hepatitis and chronic alcoholism.

Cirrhosis , Liver Scarring Caused By

  • Alcohol abuse
  • Viral hepatitis
  • Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
  • Poisons and drugs
  • Infections
  • Heart disease
  • Genetic diseases
  • Autoimmune disorders
  • Medications

Symptoms

  • Fatigue
  • Appetite loss
  • Jaundice
  • Abdominal pain and swelling
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Dark urine
  • Clay-colored stool
  • Muscle and joint aches
  • Muscle loss

Diagnostics

  • Blood tests
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy 
  • Drug screenings
  • Liver function tests
  • Ultrasound
  • CT scan or MRI

Treatments

  • Treating the cause for cirrhosis
  • Drinking liquids
  • Eating a healthy diet
  • Avoiding alcohol and drugs
  • Liver transplant

Helpful Links

Diagnosis and Treatment of Alcohol‐Associated Liver Diseases

https://aasldpubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/hep.30866

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