Cirrhosis Of The Liver: Symptoms And Causes

Autoimmune Hepatitis

Autoimmune hepatitis is a chronic inflammatory condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissue in the liver, causing damage and inflammation. In some cases, autoimmune hepatitis may result in cirrhosis and even liver failure. Symptoms include joint pain, fatigue, abdominal discomfort, jaundice, enlarged liver, loss of menstrual cycles (in women), and spider angiomas. Doctors typically diagnose this condition through blood tests and liver biopsies. Although the cause is unknown, medications that suppress the immune system to prevent it from attacking the liver are available. In rare cases, a liver transplant is necessary.

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