Cirrhosis
noun
A serious disease of the liver caused by long-time damage, usually due to alcohol or hepatitis.
Heavy alcohol consumption can lead to cirrhosis of the liver.
Often appears as...
- cirrhosis of the liver
- alcoholic cirrhosis
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Technical
noun
A serious disease of the liver caused by long-time damage, usually due to alcohol or hepatitis.
Heavy alcohol consumption can lead to cirrhosis of the liver.
Often appears as...
- cirrhosis of the liver
- alcoholic cirrhosis
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Used mainly by healthcare professionals or in medical contexts, not in casual conversations.
The patient was diagnosed with cirrhosis after long-term alcohol abuse.
Pro Tip 2/3Serious Condition
Implies a chronic, progressive disease that can lead to liver failure, needing specialized care.
Cirrhosis has serious health implications if not treated properly.
Pro Tip 3/3Cause Importance
Understanding the common causes like alcohol or hepatitis is important for full comprehension.
The doctor advised that hepatitis B could result in cirrhosis if neglected.
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Used mainly by healthcare professionals or in medical contexts, not in casual conversations.
The patient was diagnosed with cirrhosis after long-term alcohol abuse.
Pro Tip 2/3Serious Condition
Implies a chronic, progressive disease that can lead to liver failure, needing specialized care.
Cirrhosis has serious health implications if not treated properly.
Pro Tip 3/3Cause Importance
Understanding the common causes like alcohol or hepatitis is important for full comprehension.
The doctor advised that hepatitis B could result in cirrhosis if neglected.
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Used mainly by healthcare professionals or in medical contexts, not in casual conversations.
The patient was diagnosed with cirrhosis after long-term alcohol abuse.
Pro Tip 2/3Serious Condition
Implies a chronic, progressive disease that can lead to liver failure, needing specialized care.
Cirrhosis has serious health implications if not treated properly.
Pro Tip 3/3Cause Importance
Understanding the common causes like alcohol or hepatitis is important for full comprehension.
The doctor advised that hepatitis B could result in cirrhosis if neglected.
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Video examples
A cleanse won't detox...
eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly and get lots of sleep, but there are some more liver specific things to do. Don't consume too much alcohol, as it can cause a variety of problems over time, from fatty liver disease to cirrhosis of the liver, to liver cancer. Read the warning labels on medications
Video examples
A cleanse won't detox...
eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly and get lots of sleep, but there are some more liver specific things to do. Don't consume too much alcohol, as it can cause a variety of problems over time, from fatty liver disease to cirrhosis of the liver, to liver cancer. Read the warning labels on medications
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