A Comprehensive Guide to Recognizing, Managing, and Preventing Hepatitis Hepatitis is a condition that inflames the liver, potentially leading to severe complications if left untreated. Often referred to as a silent disease, hepatitis may show no symptoms in its early stages, but its effects can be life-altering when ignored. This guide explores everything you need […]

Liver cancer, also known as hepatic cancer, can develop silently, showing no symptoms in its early stages. When the symptoms of liver cancer do appear, they are often subtle and can easily be mistaken for other conditions, making early detection challenging. Recognizing these symptoms is crucial, as it can help with timely diagnosis and improve […]

What is Fibroscan? Fibroscan is a non-invasive medical test used to measure the amount of scarring (fibrosis) in the liver. This test is an advanced, FDA-approved alternative to the traditional liver biopsy. It works similarly to an ultrasound scan, making it quick, easy, and painless. Unlike a biopsy that involves needles and surgery, Fibroscan does […]

What is Alcoholic Liver Disease? Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD) is a liver condition caused by prolonged and excessive alcohol consumption. Over time, drinking too much alcohol can damage the liver, sometimes leading to severe and potentially life-threatening complications. However, the liver is one of the few organs in the body that can repair and regenerate […]

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC, also called primary liver cancer)) is the most common type of primary liver cancer. It originates in the hepatocytes, which are the main type of liver cells. 70 to 80% 0f all Hepatocellular carcinoma develops in individuals with a predisposition eg liver cirrhosis. HCC represents a new (second) problem developing on background […]

Eating for a Healthy Liver: A Guide to the Diet of Liver Cirrhosis Liver cirrhosis (LC) is characterized by progressive damage to the liver followed by healing with scarring, diminishing its ability to function. Primary goals of a diet of liver cirrhosis are to ensure adequate nutrition, maintain a healthy body weight, and reduce the […]

Portal Hypertension Portal hypertension (PHT) is a condition characterized by an elevated blood pressure in the portal vein, which is the vein responsible for carrying blood from the intestines, spleen, and pancreas to the liver. The normal pressure in the portal vein is around 5-10 mmHg, but in individuals with portal hypertension, the pressure can […]