Liver cirrhosis

Cirrhosis is scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by long-term liver damage. The scar tissue prevents the liver from performing its function like making protein, helping fight infections, cleaning the blood, helping digest food, and storing energy.

Cirrhosis is usually caused by various factors some of which are hepatitis B and C infections, chronic alcoholism, genetic disorders, and certain infections. Individuals suffering from liver cirrhosis may have few or no symptoms and signs of liver disease initially. Some of the symptoms may be nonspecific, like, weakness, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, and loss of appetite resulting in weight loss. 

Management for liver cirrhosis varies based on the cause and how far the disease has progressed. It mainly focuses on managing symptoms, slowing progression, and addressing the underlying cause. In severe cases, a liver transplant may be needed.