But if caught early enough and depending on the cause, there is a chance of slowing it with treatment. The damage done by cirrhosis typically cannot be undone. Cirrhosis is usually a result of liver damage from conditions such as hepatitis B or C, or chronic alcohol use. As more scar tissue forms in the liver, it becomes harder for it to function. And when this happens, scar tissue forms. Any time an organ is injured, it tries to repair itself. Put simply, cirrhosis is scarring of the liver. Whether you're looking for answers for yourself or someone you love, we're here to give you the best information available. What is it? Who gets it? The symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. In this video, we'll cover the basics of cirrhosis. Sumera Ilyas, a transplant hepatologist at Mayo Clinic. Ilyas, M.B.B.S., Transplant Hepatologist, Mayo Clinic I'm Dr.
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