Overview
A degenerative disease of the liver resulting in scarring and liver failure.
Symptoms
Most common symptoms of cirrhosis are fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite and jaundice.
Causes
Alcohol abuse and Hepatitis B & C virus infections are the most common causes of cirrhosis.
Diagnosis
Cirrhosis is often diagnosed incidentally during routine checks. Lab tests are done to ascertain the condition.
→ Common treatment options
→ How is this diagnosed?
Highlights
- Treatments can help manage condition, no known cure
- Diagnosed by medical professional
- Requires lab test or imaging
- Can last several years or be lifelong
- Common for ages 50 and older
- Family history may increase likelihood for some types
Medications
Antivirals: If cirrhosis is caused by hepatitis.
Adefovir . Entecavir . Lamivudine . Tenofovir
Antibiotics: Used in case of infections.
Erythromycin . Azithromycin . Rifampin . Isoniazid
Chelating agents: Is recommended if the cirrhosis is caused by copper build up from Wilson’s disease.
D-penicillamine . Trientine
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