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  1. Primary biliary cirrhosis

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

  2. Cirrhosis of the liver

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

  3. Liver cancer

    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.

  4. Liver

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

  5. Liver - fatty liver disease

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

  6. Hepatitis

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

  7. Hepatitis C

    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.

  8. Spleen

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

  9. Fluid retention (oedema)

    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.

  10. New drugs for the treatment of hepatitis C – Frequently Asked Questions for patients

    In Australia, hepatitis C is most often spread through the sharing of unsterile drug injecting equipment. New all oral combination treatment has greatly improved health outcomes for people with hepatitis C. It may also help prevent hepatitis C transmission to other people.

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