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Liver cancer is not the same as liver cirrhosis.
Cancer is a replication of malignant (or, "damaged") cells, which gradually take over an organ, reducing the function, and may spread to other parts of the body. (i.e, cancer cells growing and taking over the liver, reducing function).
Whereas cirrhosis is vast amounts of scarring to the hepatocytes (liver cells), which make up the liver. (i.e liver cells, which are already in existence, being damaged). Cirrhosis does not spread to other parts of the body.
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Do you lose weight if you have cirrhosis?
You can, but unexplained weight loss can also mean that your cirrhosis has progressed to liver cancer.
What is the difference between liver cancer and liver cihrossis?
Liver cancer and liver cirrhosis are distinct medical conditions, but they can be interconnected. Here's an overview of each: Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma - HCC): Definition: Liver cancer refers to the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the liver. The most common form of liver cancer is hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Causes: Chronic conditions like hepatitis B or C, liver cirrhosis, excessive alcohol consumption, and certain genetic disorders can increase the risk of liver cancer. Symptoms: Symptoms may include unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, jaundice, and changes in appetite. Liver Cirrhosis: Definition: Liver cirrhosis is an advanced scarring of the liver tissue. It is often a result of long-term liver damage and inflammation. Causes: Chronic alcohol abuse, viral hepatitis (B or C), non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and autoimmune liver diseases are common causes of cirrhosis. Symptoms: Early stages may be asymptomatic, but as cirrhosis progresses, symptoms can include fatigue, weakness, easy bruising, swelling in the legs (edema), and confusion. Interconnection: Liver Cirrhosis as a Risk Factor for Liver Cancer: Cirrhosis increases the risk of developing liver cancer. Chronic liver damage and inflammation, often caused by conditions like hepatitis or excessive alcohol consumption, can lead to cirrhosis. In cirrhotic liver tissue, the risk of developing cancerous cells increases. Monitoring and Surveillance: Individuals with cirrhosis are often closely monitored for the development of liver cancer through routine imaging and screening tests.
What form of liver cancer is a frequent complication of chirrhosis?
Hepatomas appear to be a frequent complication of cirrhosis of the liver.
What diseases can effect the liver?
cirrhosis, hepatitis, cancer in the body elsewhere (steatosis)
decreased albumin with elevated ALT and AST?
chronic liver issue (cirrhosis or cancer)...
Is there cure for cirrhosis?
You do not die from cirrhosis of the liver. However, cirrhosis of the liver makes the liver susceptible to cancer. You die from cancer. The worse the cirrhosis, the greater the chance of cancer. If the cirrhosis is alcohol related, if you stop drinking immediately, it is possible to reverse it. Your liver can produce chemicals that dissolve the cirrhosis. Alcohol destroys those chemicals. Your liver constantly produces chemicals that make it heal itself. Alcohol destroys those chemicals.
What Asian Americans are most at risk in developing liver cancer?
Asian Americans with cirrhosis have four times as great a chance of developing liver cancer as Caucasians with cirrhosis, and African Americans have twice the risk of Caucasians.
What are the disease of the liver?
the four stages of liver disease are: 1.) Inflammation 2.) Fibrosis 3.) Cirrhosis 4.) and well cancer...
Does cirrhosis of liver eventually turn into stomach cancer?
No. However, it can aggravate liver cancers.
Can artichokes heal cirrhosis?
Once a liver has developed cirrhosis, there is no way to reverse the damage. The only "cure" for cirrhosis is liver transplant.
Is liver cirrhosis and liver abscess the same?
No. Cirrhosis is a degeneration of cells, leading to impaired liver function and liver damage. Where as a liver abscess is an accumulation of pus.
Is cirrhosis liver failure?
Yes, cirrhosis is the last stage of liver failure (after "fibrosis").
