Cirrhosis and liver damage.

摘要

What is cirrhosis? It is permanent scarring of the liver. What causes it? Hepatitis and drinking too much alcohol are the most common causes. A fatty diet, certain medicines, and even your own immune system can also damage your liver. What does my liver do? Your liver helps you digest your food. It also removes toxins from your blood and makes important proteins that your body needs, such as proteins to help your blood clot. Can my liver recover? Depending on how badly your liver is damaged, it may be able to partially recover. If your liver can't recover, your doctor can refer you to a transplant center.