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My dad has hepatic encaphaolphy had it 2 years now and every episode he's had he's got worse he's now unable to do anything for himself?y is this?
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Progressive: This can be a progressive illness and he is getting worse can be a sign of this. Discuss his situation with his gastroenterologist to get a clearer picture of his health. I am sorry to hear this and I know it is hard to see as a son.
Answered 7/19/2015
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