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Diets High in Fructose May Harm Liver in Some, Scientists Warn Last Updated: September 17, 2012. Increased consumption of this sugar linked to altered metabolism, energy balance stores Share | Comments: (0) Tell-a-Friend Related Increased consumption of this sugar linked to altered metabolism, energy balance stores. MONDAY, Sept. 17 (HealthDay News) — Obese people with type…
Treating Liver Disease I had to post this. If you read it carefully, this article confirms what I have been saying about TREATING cirrhosis through dietary means rather than being hung out to die. Craig Treating Liver Disease The predisposing cause should be identified and eliminated. Identify and remove any drug or toxin which may…
The Stages of Cirrhosis There are four stages of chronic liver disease. 1. The commonest and mildest form of liver damage is a ‘fatty’ liver. This can be identified by blood tests, and is reversible with abstinence from alcohol. 2. The next step cannot be identified by blood tests, but a liver biopsy will show…
Liver Disease FAQ Q How does liver disease affect nutrition? A Many chronic liver diseases are associated with malnutrition. The most common is cirrhosis, which is the scarring of the liver. Cirrhosis can occur by repeated injury to liver cells, which can be caused by excessive alcohol intake, chronic viral hepatitis, exposure to certain drugs…
Liver Cirrhosis Cirrhosis is defined as the histological development of regenerative nodules surrounded by fibrous bands in response to chronic liver injury, that leads to portal hypertension and end stage liver disease. Recent advances in the understanding of the natural history and pathophysiology of cirrhosis, and in treatment of its complications, resulting in improved management,…
Fibrosis and Cirrhosis Cirrhosis is a late stage of hepatic fibrosis that has resulted in widespread distortion of normal hepatic architecture. Cirrhosis is characterized by regenerative nodules surrounded by dense fibrotic tissue. Symptoms may not develop for years and are often nonspecific (eg, anorexia, fatigue, weight loss). Late manifestations include portal hypertension, ascites, and, when…
Demystifying the liver and it’s diseases At a glance: Functions of the liver include protein synthesis, detoxification, and metabolic processes. Liver problems are often discovered incidentally through routine laboratory testing or screening blood tests. Liver disease can have either an infectious or noninfectious etiology, such as hepatitis, nonalcoholic fatty liver disorders, and drug-induced injury. Patients…
Cirrhosis Primer Some encouraging words: A common question asked when people learn they have cirrhosis is “How long have I got?” That is a difficult question to answer, most doctors will avoid it like the plague! The ‘standard’ answer is that if you “don’t drink alcohol, take your prescribed medications and eat a suitable diet…
Now I Need Your Support A new challenge in my life unfolds… Please Read Cirrhosis of the Liver Stage 4 This site can teach you how to manage, treat and even reverse cirrhosis of the liver stage 4. Many of our members have been able to resume near normal lives without needing a transplant. If…
Cirrhosis of the Liver Ramón Bataller, M.D. Pere Ginès, M.D. Institut de Malalties Digestives i Metabòliques, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain Definition/Key Clinical Features A diffuse disorganization of normal hepatic structure by extensive fibrosis associated with regenerative nodules High morbidity and mortality Advanced disease is usually irreversible Insidious onset of symptoms …