Fibrosis of the liver occurs when scar tissue accumulates in the liver tissue instead of normal cells making it difficult to have the liver do its work. When it is caught at an early age, something can be done to the damage and lifestyle changes could reduce the harm or even undo some parts of the damage.
In its early stages, hepatic fibrosis often has no obvious symptoms. As scarring progresses, you may notice:
Several factors can lead to liver scarring and development of hepatic fibrosis:
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The most common causes of liver scarring include chronic infection with hepatitis B or C, excessive alcohol consumption, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
Diagnosis is typically performed using blood tests to check liver enzymes, non-invasive tests such as FibroScan to assess liver stiffness, and occasionally a liver biopsy to confirm the extent of fibrosis.
Yes, hepatic fibrosis can be reversed or improved in its early stages with proper management of the underlying cause and appropriate lifestyle modifications.
A FibroScan measures the stiffness of the liver: lower scores indicate less scarring, while higher scores suggest more advanced fibrosis.
No. A liver biopsy is not always necessary if non-invasive tests such as blood markers and imaging provide a clear picture of the liver’s condition.
Follow a liver-friendly diet, avoid alcohol, manage viral hepatitis, maintain a healthy weight, and adhere to your doctor’s long-term care recommendations.
Focus on lean proteins, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats. Limit salt, sugar, and fried or processed foods.
Yes. Chronic, untreated hepatitis B is one of the main causes of progressive liver scarring, which can lead to cirrhosis.
Follow-up visits are generally recommended every 3–6 months. However, the frequency may vary depending on the severity of fibrosis and other health conditions.
GastroDoxs in Katy provides experienced specialists in hepatic fibrosis who offer personalized advice and care to help maintain and improve your liver health.
