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Itching is a symptom of liver disease. You might itch anywhere on your body, but it’s most common on the arms and legs, or the palms of your hands or soles of your feet. Some people itch all over. Itching in liver disease can vary from mild to exhausting. If your itching is caused by… Read more
If you have liver disease, having an infection can be a medical emergency. This is especially important for people with cirrhosis. See your doctor urgently or go to the Emergency Department if You have a fever (38℃ or higher) You feel very shivery or you’re shaking You’re vomiting You feel really unwell. What infections… Read more
Fatigue is more than just feeling tired. It is when you feel exhausted all the time, even if you have had enough rest. It can affect your daily living and your mood. It can feel like you’re not motivated, either physically or mentally. Fatigue is common in people who have liver disease as well as… Read more
Bruises are red and purple marks under the skin. They are usually caused when the blood vessels are damaged, for example, if you knock yourself. People with liver disease tend to bruise more easily. If you have a lot of bruises, it could be a sign that you have liver disease. Why you get bruising… Read more
People with liver disease often notice their belly is swollen. This can mean they have a condition called ascites. This means a build-up of fluid in the belly. It is a sign of cirrhosis. At first, you might notice your waist expands and you gain weight. You might develop a pot-belly. In the end, it… Read more
One of the early signs of liver problems can be appetite loss. You might not feel interested in food, or eating might make you feel nauseous. Foods might taste different. It’s really important to eat properly if you have liver disease. That’s because your body finds it harder to absorb nutrients. If you don’t eat… Read more
Call an ambulance or to straight to the Emergency Department if you have liver disease and you develop sudden, severe pain in your belly. Abdominal pain, or belly ache, is common in people who have liver disease. It can get worse as the liver disease gets worse (progresses). Abdominal pain can be a sign you… Read more
Dr Kate Irvine, the first ever recipient of our Pauline Hall Fellowship shares what she is doing now. Dr Kate Irvine spends her days studying cells – specifically a type of white blood cell called a macrophage that is an important part of our immune system. “These cells are really interesting. They can be destructive… Read more
Congratulations to our 2021 Professor Pauline Hall Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship Winner, Dr Sahar Keshvari. Dr Keshvari is working on a number of projects that look at the role macrophages (the cells of our innate immune system) play on chronic liver diseases, including fibrosis of the liver. Liver transplants are currently the only treatment available to… Read more
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