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By: Taylor Lawrence
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Cirrhosis is a late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by many forms of liver diseases and conditions. This occurs in response to liver damage and can not be undone. If diagnosed early, it can be treated. It is estimated that 10 to 15% of alcoholics develop cirrhosis.
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Scar tissue that form in the liver Iron build-up in the body Cystic Fibrosis Hepatitis Fat or copper accumulation in liver Genetic Digestive disorder
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Fatigue Easy bleeding/bruising Itchy Skin Loss of Appetite Jaundice Nausea Weight loss
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Reduce risk of hepatitis Maintain a healthy weight Have a Healthy diet Drink little to no alcohol Take Care of your liver
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Weight loss Medication to control hepatitis Liver transplant surgery Medication to control cirrhosis Treatment for alcohol dependency
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http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases- conditions/cirrhosis/basics/treatment/con- 20031617 http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases- conditions/cirrhosis/basics/treatment/con- 20031617 http://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/arh27- 3/209-219.htm http://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/arh27- 3/209-219.htm
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