Cirrhosis of the liver - Picture, Symptoms, Cause and Treatment of Cirrhosis of the liver
What is Cirrhosis of the liver?a disease of the liver in which fibrous matter resembling scar tissue is produced as a result of damage and death to the cells. The liver becomes yellow-colored and nodular in appearance, and there is a loss of its normal function that may eventually lead to complete failure. People commonly affected by Cirrhosis of the liveradults of both sexes and all age groups but more common in men. Part of body involved with Cirrhosis of the liverliver Symptoms of Cirrhosis of the liverthere are various symptoms, which include loss of appetite and weight, digestive upset, weariness, enlargement of liver, ANAEMIA, dark urine, JAUNDICE,HAEMORRHAGE and blood in the stools. Also, bruising, fine, red spidery veins in skin, fluid retention, bloating (oedema) and red hands. Also, the spleen enlarges and there may be baldness and breast enlargement in men. Eventually, there may be collapse, coma and death from liver failure. A person with any symptoms of liver disease should seek medical advice. Treatment of Cirrhosis of the liverthe progress of the disease can be halted if the cause is known, although nothing can be done to repair the damage to the liver that has already taken place. Excess consumption of alcohol is the most common cause of cirrhosis of the liver. Hence, if this is the cause, no more alcohol should be consumed. The affected person should eat a diet that is high in protein and carbohydrates but low in fat and salt. Iron, vitamins, (B and K) and mineral supplements may also be necessary. Provided that the liver damage is not too great, it should be possible for the person to lead a normal life as long as the progress of the disease is halted. Cause of Cirrhosis of the liveras stated above, the most common cause of cirrhosis of the liver is excess consumption of alcohol over a long period of time. Other causes are viral HEPATITIS (post necrotic cirrhosis) and cirrhosis of unknown cause (cryptogenic cirrhosis). Exposure to toxic chemicals at the workplace is a further potential risk. |
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