Understanding Cirrhosis Quiz

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What is the main cause of cirrhosis?

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Heroin abuse
Alcoholic liver disease (correct)
Hepatitis B

What are the early symptoms of cirrhosis?

Tiredness and unexplained weight loss (correct)
Jaundice and bruising easily
Swelling in the lower legs and fluid build-up in the abdomen
Itchiness and discomfort in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen

What can replace normal functioning liver tissue in cirrhosis?

Enlarged blood vessels
Scar tissue (correct)
Fluid build-up
Cancerous cells

Which condition is considered the progressive form of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

<p>Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>What is a serious complication of cirrhosis that involves bleeding from dilated veins in the esophagus, stomach, or intestines? (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Cirrhosis

The main cause of cirrhosis is alcohol abuse.
Early symptoms of cirrhosis include fatigue, loss of appetite, and nausea.
In cirrhosis, scar tissue can replace normal functioning liver tissue.
Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is considered the progressive form of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.