Liverfibrosisis scarring of the liver.
It has many causes, including alcohol-induced damage, infections, and diseases that harm the liver.
Treatment for liver fibrosis may involve managing the underlying cause.
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There sometimes is a need for a liver transplant.
Stages
For most people, liver fibrosis is expected to worsen if it is not treated.
Fibrosis progresses as more areas of the liver are injured and form scars.
Damage in different areas of the body can lead to fibrosis in those areas.
Liver fibrosis is due to damage in the liver.
Common causes of liver fibrosis include:
Your liver cannot do its job if the cells are injured.
Is It Reversible?
Sometimes liver fibrosis is reversible if it is diagnosed and treated in an early stage.
When liver disease advances to late stages, or when cirrhosis begins, the damage is often not reversible.
What Does the Liver Do?
Your liverinteracts with almost every other organ and system in your body.
Symptoms
Usually, liver fibrosis does not cause symptoms until significant liver damage has occurred.
Sometimes, anti-inflammatory therapy may also be used to reduce inflammation thats associated with the infection.
Additionally, certain complications, such as varices or ascites, may require intervention with surgical procedures.
Liver Transplant Qualification
A liver transplant can be an option for some people who have liver disease.
Prognosis and Symptom Management
The outcome of liver fibrosis can vary.
With early treatment, you might have many years of survival.
Many, different liver infections and diseases can damage the liver, leading to inflammation and scarring.
Sometimes, a liver transplant can help improve the outcome of liver fibrosis.
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