Liver disease refers to any complication that destroys the liver and affects its operation. This may manifest in fatty liver disease (including non-alcoholic steatohepatitis or NASH), viral hepatitis (A, B, C) and autoimmune liver disease, cirrhosis and other late-stage liver failure. Lifestyle change and early diagnosis can significantly enhance their results.
The symptoms depend on the type and stage of the disease and can emerge with the existing stages of the disease. Key warning signs include:
Liver damage and disease may be caused by a number of factors:
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No. NASH (Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis) is a more severe variant of fatty liver disease when the liver fat accumulation actually takes place but accompanied by inflammation and the destruction of liver cells.
Yes. In spite of the fact that Graves disease affects the liver in its actions, such chaos may significantly affect the thyroid and produces high liver enzymes or other deformities.
Yes. When the bile salts accumulate in the blood because of the failure on the liver to carry out its duties, it may deposit in the skin making the skin itch or develop rashes.
Through early detection, lifestyle changes and proper management, several of these individuals with the fatty liver may have long, healthy lives without major complications.
The last stage of persistent liver injury is behind manifested as end-stage liver disease or decompensated cirrhosis when the liver becomes unable to conduct vital processes and transplantation is necessary.
These pale stools arise when the production of bile to the intestines is decreased or it is clogged in such a way that the normal bile colors are unable to color the deposits.
Various medications such as vitamin E, pioglitazone, and medications still in clinical trial are possible treatment and may assist in the decrease of inflammation and promote liver health.
A liver-friendly meal plan focuses on whole food-fruits, vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and minimizes a high amount of added sugars, refined carbohydrates, and unhealthy fats.
What is more commonly used are the ICD-10 code of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease which is K76.0.
NASH affects life expectancy depending on the stage of the disease and the characteristics of each individual, yet with an early diagnosis and a lifestyle change and medication, many patients can successfully cope with the disease.
