Why is cirrhosis of the liver fatal?

liver cirrhosis symptomsThe liver is a regenerative organ, but it is limited in this ability depending on the energy reserve needed to heal and the host of responsibilities that must be attended to daily regardless of this central organ's ability to keep up the pace. read more

Cirrhosis is scarring and shrinking of the liver that can be caused by many things. The most common cause of cirrhosis is alcohol use, but other things like certain medications and viral infections can also be causes. Cirrhosis is very often fatal, but this depends entirely on how much good liver tissue is left inside the scarred liver. read more

Cirrhosis of the liver describes a condition where scar tissue gradually replaces healthy liver cells. It is a progressive disease, developing slowly over many years. If it is allowed to continue, the buildup of scar tissue can eventually stop liver function. For cirrhosis to develop, long-term, continuous damage to the liver needs to occur. read more