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Cirrhosis is a type of liver damage where healthy cells are replaced by scar tissue.

Some forms of liver disease are inherited, while others are caused by lifestyle factors.

The damage caused by fatty liver disease can often be halted or reversed through simple lifestyle changes.

Primary biliary cirrhosis is an autoimmune condition characterised by inflammation and scarring of the bile ducts within the liver.

Liver cancer can be a primary cancer that starts in the liver, or a secondary cancer that starts in another part of the body and spreads to the liver.

Hepatitis is an umbrella term for several diseases that affect the liver.

In Australia, hepatitis C is most often spread through the sharing of drug injecting equipment. New all oral combination treatment has greatly improved health outcomes for people with hepatitis C.

Fluid retention (oedema) occurs when fluid isn't removed from the body tissues, including the skin. Causes include the body's reaction to hot weather, a high salt intake and menstrual cycle hormones.

Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver and can lead to serious illness or death.

Surgically removing a diseased or damaged spleen is possible without causing any serious harm to the person.