Dr. Sanjay K. Agrawal Clinic Consultant Gastroenterologist in Raipur.
M.S. Gastro and Heart Care Centre, Samta Colony Main Rd, in front of union bank, Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492001
+91 82995 89243
drskagrawal85@gmail.com
Liver cirrhosis is a severe condition characterized by irreversible scarring of the liver, leading to a significant decline in liver function. This scarring, or fibrosis, results from long-term damage caused by chronic liver diseases, such as hepatitis or chronic alcohol abuse. Over time, the liver’s ability to perform essential functions, including detoxification, metabolizing nutrients, and producing proteins, is compromised. Symptoms may not be evident in the early stages but can progress to include jaundice, abdominal swelling, and confusion in later stages. Cirrhosis is a critical condition that can lead to liver failure, a life-threatening situation, underscoring the importance of early diagnosis and management.
At the clinic of Dr. Sanjay K. Agrawal, a respected Consultant Gastroenterologist in Raipur, liver cirrhosis treatment is approached with a comprehensive strategy tailored to each patient’s specific condition and its underlying cause. Dr. Agrawal focuses on halting the progression of cirrhosis by managing contributing factors such as alcohol consumption, hepatitis infection, or obesity. Utilizing advanced diagnostic tools, his team closely monitors liver function and complications. Treatments may include medication, dietary modifications, and in advanced cases, referral for liver transplant evaluation. Dr. Agrawal’s dedicated care aims to improve quality of life and reduce the risk of further liver damage, providing patients with supportive, patient-centered care.
Liver cirrhosis is a late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by many forms of liver diseases and conditions, such as hepatitis and chronic alcoholism. Over time, cirrhosis can lead to liver failure, a life-threatening condition.
The most common causes include chronic alcohol abuse, chronic viral hepatitis (hepatitis B, C, and D), and fatty liver disease. Other causes can include genetic diseases, autoimmune diseases, and chronic bile duct obstruction.
Early stages of cirrhosis often have no symptoms. As the condition progresses, symptoms may include weakness, fatigue, easy bruising, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), itching, swelling in the legs and abdomen, and weight loss.
Diagnosis typically involves a combination of history taking, physical examination, blood tests to assess liver function, imaging tests like ultrasound or CT scans, and sometimes a liver biopsy to confirm the extent of liver damage.
While damage from cirrhosis cannot be reversed, treatment can often slow or stop its progression and reduce complications. Treatments include addressing the underlying cause, medications to manage symptoms and complications, lifestyle changes, and potentially liver transplantation for severe cases.
Prevention strategies focus on minimizing liver damage risks: avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, maintaining a healthy weight, getting vaccinated against hepatitis B, practicing safe sex, and not sharing needles to prevent hepatitis C infection.
