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Liver
The liver is a reddish brown gland that secretes digestive juices to aid in the digestion and absorption of food.
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The liver has a variety of functions. These include detoxifying the body, making proteins, as well as helping to regulate the body's metabolism.
How do you know how bad cirrhosis of liver is?
Cirrhosis is the final stage of liver disease (before death). There is only one level of cirrhosis, which is "bad", since cirrhosis is progressive and non-reverisble. The stage before cirrhosis is called "fibrosis", which you could classify is "not as bad".
Can the liver process 2 drugs at once?
It is best to consult a doctor about the correct dosage of medications related to the liver. Otherwise opt for one at a time. Better safe than sorry.
Why are antipsychotics and mood stabilizers bad for the liver?
because these poison rest in your liver
Is it true that your liver beats faster when you exercise?
No, the heart beats faster during exercise. The liver doesn't beat at all.
What are the three drainage systems of liver?
My ex husband has been drained from his twice now....I am interested if the liver can rejuvinte its self after the drainiage is becoming so sever they have to drain every 2 weeks, he went two weeks ago and they drained 6 liters and again to day....I am wondeing how long a person can survive if he has Hep C, and cihhoris ,if he keeps the draining down every two weeks...will this affect other areas as well? We have are all so worried...any answers will be apprecated, is there any chances he could live a longer than so we don't have to worry so?
What is a hypoattenuating lesion in the liver?
A hypoattenuating lesion is a type of abnormal tissue that can show up on computed tomography. On the scan, the lesion shows up as brighter and whiter than what is considered normal. The lesion can indicate an array of medical issues and it warrants further investigation.
How does imaging help in diagnosing liver cancer?
Imaging studies are useful in locating specific areas of abnormal tissue in the liver.
What can be cause liver enzymes and alkaline levels to be off?
"Off" liver enzymes and alkaline levels indicate an abnormality with the liver. This may be caused by diet.
it is located in the upper abdomen to the right of the stomach and immediately below the diaphragm (the diaphragm is a set a muscles below the rib cage and lungs that help with breathing.)
No. Unlike skeletal muscles, the liver contains an enzyme known as glucose 6-phosphatase that can remove the phosphate groups and produce free glucose.
How do insulin and glucagon reach distant cells in the liver?
To understand you need to know the anatomy of the portal vein system. The pancreatic veins drain into the major splenic vein which all drain into the hepatic portal vein. Although the artery supplying the pancreas is directly from the desceding aorta. The hepatic portal vein drains into the Liver. So insulin and glucagon are released into the splenic vein and eventually reach the liver via the portal system.
What are the causes of fulminant liver failure?
Fulminant liver failure most commonly happens during acute viral hepatitis, but it is also the result of mushroom poisoning by Amanita phalloides and toxic reactions to some medicines, like an overdose of acetaminophen.
What causes 17.6 cm lesion on the liver?
A 17.6-cm lesion on the liver could be caused by a number of things. Cancer may be a cause. Non-cancerous possibilities include adenomas and hemangiomas.
Is the anatomical space behind (retro) the abdominal cavity.
Structures that lie behind the peritoneum are termed retroperitoneal.
Kidneys, Bladder, Pancreas, Vena Cava, Aorta, parts of the Duodenum, portions of the Colon, Reproductive organs.
In your abdominal cavity is a membrane called the peritoneum, the intermost lining is the visceral peritoneum, which adheres to and supports the organs. the parietal peritoneum is the outer lining that adheres to the walls of the abdominal cavity. There is a space in between the two linings that has a potential for space that some organs actually lie in or are partialy in which is called the peritoneal cavity. those organs are said to be RETROPERITONEAL.
There is no way to say for sure, and his doctor has the best idea how long he will live.
How do you lacerate your liver?
I know a girl playing hockey who lacerated her liver, I think major abdominal trauma could do it...
How many pieces can the liver be safely divided into?
It is possible to divide the liver into eight pieces, each supplied by a different set of blood vessels.
