Cirrhosis of the liver is a serious condition, causing scarring and permanent damage to the liver. Life expectancy depends on the stage and type of liver cirrhosis, but it may vary between roughly ...

My friend has cryptogenic cirrhosis. She says that the doctors don’t know what causes it. Where could this have come ...

My friend has cryptogenic cirrhosis. She says that the doctors don’t know what causes it. Where could this have come from, and what does this mean for her? — A.T.G. ANSWER: “Cryptogenic” is from the ...

Cirrhosis can cause scar tissue to gradually replace healthy liver cells. In time, this can affect liver function and lead to hair, skin, and nail symptoms such as rashes and discoloration. Cirrhosis ...