Cirrhosis is a late-stage liver disease where scar tissue (fibrosis) gradually replaces healthy liver tissue, leading to liver dysfunction. Over time, this scarring impairs the liver’s ability to filter toxins, process nutrients, and produce essential proteins.
Since Cirrhosis is irreversible, early detection and management are crucial to slow progression and prevent complications.
- Common Symptoms
Cirrhosis often develops silently, with symptoms appearing only in later stages.
Early Symptoms
- Fatigue and weakness
- Loss of appetite and weight loss
- Nausea
- Mild abdominal discomfort
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Advanced Symptoms
- Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
- Swelling in legs (edema) and abdomen (ascites)
- Easy bruising or bleeding (due to reduced clotting proteins)
- Itchy skin (from bile buildup)
- Confusion, memory loss (hepatic encephalopathy)
- Dark urine and pale stools
- Frequently Asked Questions
Common causes include chronic liver disease, hepatitis, alcohol use, and fatty liver disease.
Management focuses on treating the underlying cause and monitoring for complications.
Monitoring schedules vary but often include labs, imaging, and specialist visits.
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