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- Cirrhosis of the liver
Cirrhosis is a type of liver damage where healthy cells are replaced by scar tissue.
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
Primary biliary cirrhosis is an autoimmune condition characterised by inflammation and scarring of the bile ducts within the liver.
- 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.
- How alcohol affects your body
Like all drugs, alcohol can damage your body, especially if you drink heavily every day or in binges.
- Liver - fatty liver disease
The damage caused by fatty liver disease can often be halted or reversed through simple lifestyle changes.
- Liver
Some forms of liver disease are inherited, while others are caused by lifestyle factors.
- Spleen
Surgically removing a diseased or damaged spleen is possible without causing any serious harm to the person.
- 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.
- 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.
- Hepatitis A
Immunisation is the best protection against hepatitis A infection and it is recommended for people in high-risk groups.