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Cirrhosis of the Liver
Summary: The symptoms, treatment and prevention of cirrhosis of the liver. These disease occurs when scar tissue replaces normal liver tissues, restricted the flow of blood to the liver.
The liver is a very important organ in the body, not only is it the largest organ but it also essential in the proper functions of the rest of the body. Cirrhosis is when the scar tissue starts replacing normal tissues, which prevents the flow of blood into this very important organ. The liver needs blood to flow through and bring oxygen, nutrients, etc, in order for it to operate correctly. The two main causes of Cirrhosis are chronic alcoholism and hepatitis C.
In the early stages of this disease it is hard to see any symptoms but as the disease progresses then the symptoms become more prominent. Some symptoms include exhaustion, fatigue, a loss of appetite, nausea, weakness, weight loss, abdominal pain and spider-like blood vessels. If the disease is left untreated there will be more and more complications becoming more prevalent. Complications that may be caused...
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