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

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

Peritonitis is a life-threatening emergency that needs prompt medical treatment.

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

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.

Any conditions that cause a rapid breakdown of blood cells can place great strain on the spleen and make it enlarge.

Learn all about alcohol - includes standard drink size, health risks and effects, how to keep track of your drinking, binge drinking, how long it takes to leave the body, tips to lower intake.

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

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.