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Is it possible to suffer from acute liver failure at 17?
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Absolutely, yes!: It is fortunately less common these days, but acute hepatitis a/b can cause liver failure, and those of toxic side effects of medications especially chemo/biologic agents. Drug overdose such as tylenol (acetaminophen) can cause fulminant liver failure and aweful death. There are other causes, but less common. If you have trouble, please consult your doc. Good luck.
Answered 8/13/2012
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