The liver is a large organ that locates in the upper abdomen, carrying out several essential functions, such as detoxifying harmful substances in the body, purifying blood and manufacturing vital nutrients.<unk>  occurs in response to chronic damage to your liver for several years. A number of diseases and conditions can cause the chronic liver damage that leads to<unk> . Chronic alcohol abuse is the most common cause of<unk>  in the United States and other western countries. And chronic hepatitis B and C viruses are the most common cause in some Asian countries. Early<unk>  does not have any symptoms. With the disease developing, the patient may experience symptoms such as fatigue and weakness, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, weight loss, abdominal pain and abdominal bloating, itching, jaundice, even gastrointestinal bleeding. Blood tests, imaging procedures and liver biopsy may help diagnose. The goals of treatment of<unk>  are to slow the progression of scar tissue in the liver and prevent or treat the complications of the disease. Treatment options depend on the underling cause and whether complications are present. Usual treatments include medications and liver transplant surgery. The prognosis of<unk>  depends on whether complications are present and liver function.
Cirrhosis
Hepatitis
Fatty liver
Alcoholic liver disease
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Chronic liver disease
Hepatic failure
Hepatocellular carcinoma stagin