Questions and Answers
What is the main cause of cirrhosis?
Alcoholic liver disease
What are the early symptoms of cirrhosis?
Tiredness and unexplained weight loss
What can replace normal functioning liver tissue in cirrhosis?
Scar tissue
Which condition is considered the progressive form of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?
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Study Notes
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.
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