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What Is the MELD Score?

August 23, 2019

The MELD score is an important indicator for those with liver disease who may need a transplant. Learn more about this critical number here. Read More

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Tagged with: liver disease, liver transplant, MELD score, transplant

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Understanding Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis

December 29, 2017

Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, or NASH, is a liver disease caused by fat buildup. Learn more about symptoms and treatment options. Watch Now

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Tagged with: ache, alcoholic liver disease, cirrhosis, fatty liver, liver causes inflammation, liver disease, liver failure, liver transplants, obesity

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Living Donor Liver Donation Q&A with Dr. Ganesh

November 30, 2017

Find out all there is to know about living donor liver donation from Dr. Ganesh at UPMC Transplant Services. Read More

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Tagged with: cirrhosis, liver disease, liver transplant, surgery

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Life After Becoming a Living Liver Donor

April 12, 2017

Being a living transplant donor is a major decision. Learn more about the recovery process and life after living liver donation. Learn More

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Tagged with: liver disease, liver donor, liver regeneration, liver transplant, living donors, surgery recovery

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Can You Live Without Your Liver?

April 10, 2017

Because your liver is so important, you cannot live without it. But it is possible to live with only part of your liver. Learn about becoming a liver donor. Read More

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Tagged with: liver disease, liver health, liver transplant, living donor, living donor organ transplant

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Body Odor: What Does It Mean?

November 13, 2015

There are many causes for body odor. Learn about why you sweat, and what health conditions might lead to strong body odor. Read More

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Tagged with: body odor, broccoli, diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease, micrococcus sedentarius, pitted keratolysis, sweat, trimethylaminuria

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What Does Your Liver Do? Disorders, Symptoms, and Staying Healthy

September 11, 2015

What does the liver do for your body? This vital organ supports has multiple functions that support your overall health. Learn more. Read More

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Tagged with: cirrhosis, diseases, energy, hepatitis C, liver cancer, liver disease, liver transplant, living donor liver transplant

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Follow These 5 Tips for Cutting Back on Alcohol to Feel Better

July 8, 2015

From looking and feeling better to saving money, cutting back on alcohol has many benefits. Try these easy tips to reduce your intake and boost your health Learn More

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Tagged with: alcohol, diabetes, disease, liver cancer, liver disease, pancreatitis

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Alcohol and Liver Cancer: How Does Drinking Affect Your Liver

May 8, 2015

Heavy alcohol use is linked to liver problems, including increasing one's risk of liver cancer. Learn more about how alcoholincreases your chance of cancer Learn More

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Tagged with: alcohol, aspirin, binge drinking, cirrhosis, hepatitis, liver cancer, liver cancer risk, liver disease