Liver disease doesn’t usually cause any symptoms until the damage to the liver is fairly advanced. Here are 9 signs your liver may be struggling.
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Fatty liver
Fatty liver is a condition most commonly found in heavy drinkers or people who are obese or have diabetes. There are usually no symptoms.
Chronic Hepatitis B Infection
Chronic hepatitis B infection can result in cirrhosis and liver cancer. Find out about the risk factors and treatment for chronic hepatitis B.
Is a Liver Cleanse Necessary? Dr. Norman Swan
Dr. Norman Swan explains why a liver cleanse is unnecessary and redundant as that is the job of your liver to clean the blood and detox the body itself.
Idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis
Idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis is a rare inflammatory condition that can lead to abdominal pain and kidney failure.
What Does Alcohol Do To My Liver?
In this brief video, Dr. Norman Swan discusses the affects of alcohol on the liver.
Peptic ulcers
An ulcer is an area of damage to the lining of the stomach or upper part of the intestine.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a viral infection of the liver, transmitted through contaminated food or water or via an infected person.
Haemochromatosis
It’s World Haemochromatosis Week. Haemochromatosis is an inherited condition in which the body absorbs too much iron from food, leading to a build-up of iron. Early detection and treatment can prevent complications.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B infection can be either acute (short-lived) or chronic (long-term). Chronic hepatitis B can lead to complications such as liver cirrhosis.
