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In cirrhosis if you have experienced decompensation e.g. ascites..can you go from decompensated back to a compensated stage? i'm confused on this pt!
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Uncommon but possibl: Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver due to persistent injury. The causes of cirrhosis are multiple, including alcohol, obesity, viral hepatitis, autoimmune diseases. Decompensation means that there are significant complications, such as ascites, jaundice, confusion, kidney failure and cancer. In rare cases where the cause is removed, the liver can recover. I recommend you to see a hepatologist.
Answered 4/24/2018
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