{"id":2350,"date":"2026-05-17T11:23:29","date_gmt":"2026-05-17T11:23:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/?page_id=2350"},"modified":"2026-05-17T11:24:32","modified_gmt":"2026-05-17T11:24:32","slug":"cirrhosis","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/cirrhosis\/","title":{"rendered":"Cirrhosis"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Overview – What Is Cirrhosis<\/h4>\n

Cirrhosis is the advanced scarring of the liver due to long-term liver damage from various causes.<\/p>\n

Symptoms Of Cirrhosis<\/h4>\n
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  • Fatigue<\/li>\n
  • Jaundice<\/li>\n
  • Fluid retention<\/li>\n
  • Mental confusion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Diagnosis & Treatment For Cirrhosis<\/h4>\n

    Dr. Viswanath Kamisetty, a leading gastro doctor in KPHB, specializes in diagnosing and managing cirrhosis, a progressive liver disease caused by long-term liver damage.<\/p>\n

    Diagnostic Tests:<\/h4>\n
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    • Liver Function Tests (LFTs): To assess liver enzyme levels and damage<\/li>\n
    • Fibroscan\/Elastography: To measure liver stiffness and fibrosis<\/li>\n
    • Ultrasound, CT Scan, MRI: To detect liver abnormalities and complications<\/li>\n
    • Endoscopy: To check for varices (swollen veins) in the esophagus<\/li>\n
    • Liver Biopsy: In selected cases, to confirm the extent of damage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Treatment Options<\/h4>\n

      Early-Stage Cirrhosis<\/h6>\n
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      • Lifestyle Modifications:\n
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        • Avoid alcohol to prevent further liver damage<\/li>\n
        • Balanced diet & weight management for better liver function<\/li>\n
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        • Medications for Underlying Causes:\n
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          • Antivirals for Hepatitis B & C<\/li>\n
          • Treatment for Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD\/NASH)<\/li>\n
          • Immunosuppressants for Autoimmune Hepatitis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
          • Regular Monitoring: Periodic blood tests and imaging to track disease progression<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
            Advanced Cirrhosis & Complications<\/h6>\n
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            • Ascites Management (Fluid Accumulation): Diuretics, paracentesis (fluid drainage)<\/li>\n
            • Variceal Bleeding Prevention:\n
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              • Endoscopic band ligation<\/li>\n
              • Beta-blockers to reduce portal hypertension<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
              • Hepatic Encephalopathy (Mental Confusion Due to Toxins):\n
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                • Medications like lactulose to reduce ammonia buildup<\/li>\n
                • Liver Cancer Screening: Routine imaging to detect hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) early<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
                  Liver Transplant (For End-Stage Cirrhosis)<\/h6>\n

                  In severe cases where liver function deteriorates, liver transplant is the only curative option. Our team provides guidance on transplant evaluation and referral to the best centers.<\/p>\n

                  Our Approach<\/h4>\n

                  At Gokul Gastro and Liver Care, we provide expert care for cirrhosis patients. Schedule an appointment today.<\/p>\n

                  Why Choose Gokul Gastro and Liver Care?<\/h4>\n

                  Dr. Viswanath Kamisetty and our experienced team at Gokul Gastro and Liver Care, a trusted gastro clinic in KPHB, offer specialized liver care services. Whether you need expert consultation, advanced diagnostics, or minimally invasive treatments, we ensure the best outcomes for our patients.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                  Overview – What Is Cirrhosis Cirrhosis is the advanced scarring of the liver due to long-term liver damage from various causes. Symptoms Of Cirrhosis Fatigue Jaundice Fluid retention Mental confusion Diagnosis & Treatment For Cirrhosis Dr. Viswanath Kamisetty, a leading gastro doctor in KPHB, specializes in diagnosing and managing cirrhosis, a progressive liver disease caused…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2350","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","page--item"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2350","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2350"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2350\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2352,"href":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2350\/revisions\/2352"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gokulgastroandlivercare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2350"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}