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CIRRHOSIS (HEPATIC LIVER)

  Cirrhosis, also called the end stage liver disease  is arguably the most common of the liver diseases in world's population today.   The liver is a very important organ in the human body, and it's maintenance should be a priority. Cirrhosis slowly develops and by the time one later realizes what's happened, it might be late, but not too late.   The disease is as a result of any damage done to the liver, instantly, there is an immediate liver repair. However, if the damages continue, there might be a formation of fibrosis  (scarring tissues) on the liver replacing the initial parenchyma tissues , this then gradually results to cirrhosis . The symptoms observed are divided into two groups:  • The early symptoms; This involves symptoms such as tiredness, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, weakness, and pain at the upper right quadrant (part) of the abdomen. • The final symptoms; This involves the symptoms that indicate...