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Cirrhosis is the result of chronic liver disease that causes scarring of the liver and liver dysfunction. This often has many complications, including accumulation of fluid in the abdomen ( ascites ), bleeding disorders...
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Symptoms
Ascites; Swelling of the legs; Vomiting blood; Confusion; Jaundice; Small, red spider-like blood vessels on the skin; W...
Causes
Cirrhosis is caused by chronic liver disease. Common causes of chronic liver disease in the US include hepatitis C inf...
Tests
A physical examination may reveal an enlarged liver or spleen, distended abdomen, yellow eyes or skin (jaundice), red s...
Treatments
Treatment is directed at managing the complications of cirrhosis and preventing further liver damage. Offending medicat...
Drugs
Because the diseased liver can no longer efficiently neutralize harmful substances, medications must be given with caut...
Alternative Therapies
The stress of illness can often be eased by joining a support group whose members share common experiences and problems...
Complications
Bleeding esophageal varices; Portal hypertension; Hepatic encephalopathy; Mental confusion; Coma; Abdominal fluid reten...
Prevention
Don't drink heavily. If you find that your drinking is getting out of hand, seek professional help. Avoiding intravenou...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms develop that are suggestive of cirrhosis. Call your provider, or go to the e...
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