Liver Cirrhosis

What is liver Cirrhosis?

Cirrhosis of the liver is a type of liver damage where healthy cells are replaced by scar tissue. The liver is unable to perform its vital functions of metabolism, production of proteins, including blood clotting factors, and filtering of drugs and toxins.

Many people think that only drinking excessive amounts of alcohol causes liver cirrhosis. But there are some other ways in which the liver can be damaged and lead to cirrhosis. There is no cure. Treatment aims to halt liver damage, manage the symptoms and reduce the risk of complications, such as diabetes, osteoporosis (brittle bones), liver cancer, and liver failure. Cirrhosis of the liver is a consequence of long-term liver injury of many types. While excess alcohol use and chronic infection with hepatitis viruses (such as hepatitis B and hepatitis C) are the most common causes of cirrhosis. Dr. Manoj Dongare provides the best liver cirrhosis treatment in Pune.

Liver Cirrhosis Treatment In Pune

What are the signs and symptoms of Liver Cirrhosis?

Most patients with cirrhosis won’t have symptoms until liver damage is significant. When that happens, the symptoms can include:

  • Loss of appetite
  • Fatigue / Lack of energy
  • Bruises
  • Itchy skin
  • Weight loss
  • Jaundice (yellow discoloration of the skin/eyes)
  • nausea
  • General tiredness
  • hair loss

If you notice any of the symptoms, you must visit a liver specialist in Pune at the earliest. The fastest assessment and subsequent treatment will help you combat this medical condition and live a better life.

What are causes of the Liver Cirrhosis?

The most common cirrhosis causes are:

  • Viral Infections – including hepatitis B and C
  • Alcohol abuse
  • Fatty liver
  • Primary sclerosing cholangitis
  • Auto immune hepatitis
  • Wilson’s Disease
  • Bile duct blockage

What is the complication of Liver Cirrhosis:

Complications of cirrhosis can include:

  • High blood pressure in the veins that supply the liver 
  • Swelling in the legs and abdomen 
  • Kidney Injury
  • Enlargement of the spleen (splenomegaly)
  • Bleeding
  • Infections
  • Malnutrition.
  • The buildup of toxins in the brain
  • Jaundice
  • Bone disease
  • Increased risk of liver cancer
  • Acute-on-chronic cirrhosis

How Liver Cirrhosis Diagnosed?

Early-stage cirrhosis usually doesn’t cause symptoms, but may cause abnormalities during routine blood work and check-ups. To confirm the diagnosis of cirrhosis, doctors may perform:

  • Medical History Check-Up
  • Physical Exam – Swelling of your belly and feet wasting of the body yellow eyes, etc.
  • Blood Tests – Your doctor may perform blood tests to check for liver conditions.
  • Imaging tests – Ultrasound, CT, or MRI may be used to take pictures of the liver
  • Biopsy – Your doctor may perform a liver biopsy. A small tissue sample is removed from the liver and examined.

How is Liver Cirrhosis Treated?

Cirrhosis of the liver cannot be reversed but, in some cases, treatment can help to reduce the likelihood that the condition will become worse.

Treatment options include:

  • Treating the underlying cause of liver damage – for example, treating underlying hepatitis (B or C) virus infection.
  • Lifestyle changes – a nutritious low-fat, high-protein diet and exercise can help people to avoid malnutrition
  • Avoiding alcohol – alcohol damages the liver and harms remaining healthy tissue
  • Medications.
  • Regular medical check-ups – including scans to check for liver cancer
  • Liver transplant – In advanced cases when the liver is failing, a liver transplant surgery may be the only treatment option. In this surgery, your liver is replaced with a healthy liver from a deceased donor. In some cases, part of a healthy liver may be donated by a living donor.

What is the cost of Liver Cirrhosis Treatment in Pune?

The cost of liver cirrhosis treatment in Pune may depend upon the following factor

  • Type of treatment recommended by a Liver specialist
  • Duration of hospitalization
  • Room category
  • Additional medical tests, if required
  • Expense for medications
  • Government Scheme (If Applicable)

Book an Appointment:

Dr. Manoj Dongare at Dr. D. Y. Patil Hospital and Research Center provides one of the best Liver treatment and transplant services in Pimpri Chinchwad and Pune. For more information about our comprehensive treatment options, or to request an appointment with one of the best Surgical Liver Transplant and HPB Surgeon in Pune call 09881379573 or Click on Book Appointment for online booking with your near hospital.