Liver Cirrhosis Quiz
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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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I have veins in my stomach
Nails are whiter
There are blood vessels on the abdomen
Gynecomastia
Swollen veins around belly button
Stomach is full of liquid
Fingernail and/or toenails look “washed out” except for a thin red/brown strip near the tip
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What is Liver Cirrhosis?
Cirrhosis refers to scarring of the liver which results in abnormal liver function as a consequence of chronic (long-term) liver injury. There are many different causes including infections, alcohol abuse, inherited disorders, and fatty liver.
Typical Symptoms of Liver Cirrhosis
Caput medusae
Suspected of Terry's nail (expansion of the white part of the nail bed)
Enlarged male breast tissue
Fluid retention in my abdomen
Impression edema
Telangiectasia on the face
History of liver problems
Skin or eyes turning yellow
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Liver Cirrhosis
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Have you noticed an unusual increase in your breast size?
Have you been diagnosed with ascites?
Have you ever been diagnosed with liver problems?
Are your eyes or skin turning yellow?
Is your skin itchy?
Treatmentof Liver Cirrhosis
Medical care for patients with cirrhosis has several aims: (1) treating the underlying cause of liver disease when possible, (2) preventing cirrhosis-related complications, and (3) treating the symptoms of cirrhosis. Cirrhosis is a chronic disease, and patients with cirrhosis require ongoing medical care with a physician specializing in the care of patients with liver disease. In severe cases, a liver transplant may be the only effective treatment.
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View the symptoms of Liver Cirrhosis
Diseases related to Liver Cirrhosis
References
American College of Gastroenterology
https://gi.org/topics/liver-cirrhosis/
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Reviewed By:
Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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