Cirrhosis of the liver is a chronic and progressive disease in which healthy liver cells are slowly replaced by scar tissue, severely impairing vital liver functions such as detoxification, hormone ...

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is on the rise and mainly stems from metabolic dysfunction. Dr Sood shares five facts about ...

The liver stands as a powerhouse organ, orchestrating a symphony of crucial functions essential for our overall health. It serves as the body’s primary detoxifier, meticulously removing harmful ...

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The liver is one of the most incredible organs in the human body. It acts as a primary filter, clearing out toxins and ...

Doctors can diagnose fatty liver disease, now called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), using blood tests that measure serum liver enzyme levels. Elevated enzyme levels ...

More than 10,000 Americans are waiting for a liver transplant. Many more never make the list, because they are too sick to ...

Scientists have developed injectable "mini livers" that can replicate liver function, potentially buying time for those with liver disease.

Naturally occurring chemicals in cannabis have been shown to reduce cholesterol–and the risk of deadly fatty liver disease, ...

When I was at school, I contracted viral hepatitis, despite never having done any of the things – sharing needles, getting tattooed or having multiple sexual partners – that are the usual risk factors ...

Dr. Anjana Pillai highlights Liver Cancer Awareness Month’s role in promoting liver health, dispelling myths and encouraging early detection and care. Dr. Anjana Pillai, professor of medicine and ...