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If you have cirrhosis, can using the advocare cleanse be helpful?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

STOP...Don't do it!: Healthtap physicians have repeatedly addressed this subject with a clear "no" answer to your question. There is virtually no value to liver flushes, cleansers, enemas, irrigation machines when the technique is accomplished to "detox" or eliminate "accumulated waste" or for weight loss. There are few real health benefits but significant unjustified risk. Don't use cleanser please unless prescribed.

Answered 4/13/2016

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Dr. Robert Rahimi answered

Specializes in Hepatology

No, can be harmful: There are no "cleansers" for liver cirrhosis besides controlling the underlying condition and signs/symptoms that caused the cirrhosis. I would see a liver specialist to help you determine what is the best course of action is since liver disease, especially cirrhosis can lead to many complications that can be managed with certain medications. Some "cleansers" can cause liver failure.

Answered 5/13/2014

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