Liver failure is a chronic and life-threatening condition that requires urgent medical attention. Most times, liver failure is the final stage of many liver diseases. But a rarer and more complicated condition known as acute liver failure happens rapidly, as little as within 48 hours and it can be difficult to detect. Liver failure happens when a large amount of the liver becomes damaged beyond repair and cannot function properly any longer.
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Liver failure is also called hepatic failure and it is of two types. Acute liver failure which occurs suddenly and then chronic liver failure which occurs gradually.
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Symptoms to look out for include:
- Abdominal swelling (Ascites)
- Yellowing of the skin and eye balls (jaundice)
- Pain in the upper right abdomen
- Vomiting
- A general feeling of sickness (malaise)
- Nausea
- Confusion or disorientation
- Sleepiness
- One’s breath may have a musty or sweet odor
- Tremors
Liver failure can and may develop very fast in an unhealthy person, and it is life-threatening. If you see someone or know anyone going through or developing any of the symptoms listed above, it is highly advisable to seek medical attention right away, because health is wealth.
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