LO5- the Liver

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3 functions of the liver

Produces bile, deamination and detoxification

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Cause of cirrhosis

When heptacytes become damaged due to poisonous chemicals

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3 effects of cirrhosis

Scar tissue can’t carry out normal functions properly

Bile isn’t produced or removed properly

Bile starts to build up and goes into the bloodstream

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4 symptoms of cirrhosis

Loss of sex drive, loss of appetite , yellowing of the skin and vomiting blood

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3 risk factors of cirrhosis

Excessive alcohol intake

Fatty liver disease

Hepatitis

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4 Ways to manage cirrhosis symptoms

Exercise, vaccinations, improve diet, diuretics

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3 ways to diagnose cirrhosis

Biopsy, endoscopy and blood tests