Liver Cirrhosis: Understanding the Silent Damage Within
The liver is a remarkable organ—quietly performing over 500 essential functions, including detoxifying the blood, aiding digestion, and supporting immunity. But when it is damaged over time, often without any noticeable symptoms, the outcome can be serious—and even life-threatening. This condition is called liver cirrhosis. At Vamsi Gastro & Liver Care, we believe that awareness is the first step toward prevention. In this article, with insights from Dr. Venkateswara Raju, widely recognized as the best gastro doctor in Bhimavaram, we’ll break down what liver cirrhosis is, its causes, symptoms, and what you can do to protect your health. 🩺 What Is Liver Cirrhosis? Liver cirrhosis is the final stage of long-term, continuous damage to the liver. In this condition, healthy liver tissue is gradually replaced by scar tissue (known as fibrosis), which weakens the liver’s ability to function properly. As the scarring progresses, blood can’t flow through the liver as easily, and vita...