What Is Cirrhosis?
2. What Causes Cirrhosis?
Since cirrhosis is the direct result of scarring, anything that causes damage to the liver is a possible cause. Many people have more than one underlying condition that contributes to their liver damage. The most common causes of cirrhosis include long-term viral infections such as Hepatitis C or B, alcohol abuse and fatty liver disease caused by diabetes or obesity.
Those are not the only conditions that can lead to cirrhosis, however. Autoimmune disorders, including primary biliary cholangitis, Cystic Fibrosis and Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and diseases that affect glycogen storage also contribute to liver damage. Additionally, repeated blockages of bile ducts and heart diseases that restrict blood flow in and out of the liver can also contribute to cirrhosis.
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