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Cirrhosis of the Liver Flashcards

1
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Cirrhosis of the liver is a _________ _________ disease that results in hardening and scarring of liver cells.

A

degenerative inflammatory

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What does degenerative mean?

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(of a disease or symptom) characterized by progressive, often irreversible deterioration, and loss of function in the organs or tissues.

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Degenerative when pertaining to a disease or symptom is characterized by a _________, often _________ deterioration, and loss of function in the organs or tissues.

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progressive, irreversible

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4
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Cirrhosis of the liver is a degenerative inflammatory disease that results in _________ and _________ of liver cells.

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hardening, scarring

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5
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With cirrhosis of the liver, the liver is unable to function properly due to the scarred tissue, which prevents the _________ through the liver.

A

normal passage of blood

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6
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Most common cause of cirrhosis of the liver is excessive _________ _________

A

alcohol consumption

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7
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Alcohol liver disease is the _________ leading cause of death among people aged _________ to _________ in urban areas of the US.

A

fourth, 25, 64

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8
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A frequent cause of cirrhosis is the Hepatitis _________ virus.

A

C

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9
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_________ and _________ inflammation can also lead to liver malfunction.

A

Malnutrition, chronic

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10
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What are some early stage symptoms?

A

constipation, diarrhea, fever, upset stomach, fatigue, weakness, poor appetite, generalized itching, weight loss, enlarged liver, vomiting, red palms, and swelling of the abdomen and legs

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11
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Later stages of disease individuals may develop what?

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anemia, bruising due to bleeding under the skin, jaundice, and edema

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12
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People with alcoholic cirrhosis may experience _________ symptoms, or they may develop very _________.

A

no, slowly

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13
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Approximately _________ to _________ people die every year from Hep C related liver disease.

A

8,000-10,000

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14
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As the liver starts losing its ability to function, this can lead to _________ _________ pressure in the _________ that connect the digestive system with the liver.

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high blood, veins

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_________ _________ is when the liver starts losing its ability to function, this can lead to high blood pressure in the veins that connect the digestive system with the liver.

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Portal hypertension

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16
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Portal hypertension can cause _________ of the walls of the vessels, with possible rupture in the areas of the _________ and _________.

A

thinning, esophagus, stomach

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17
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_________ is fluid buildup in the abdomen.

A

Ascites

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18
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_________ is fluid buildup in the legs or feet.

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Edema

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19
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Severe ascitis can make breathing difficult by pressing on the _________, and can lead to _________ poisoning.

A

diaphragm, blood

20
Q

_________ failure, often follows or is a result of liver disease.

A

Kidney

21
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Encephalopathy may develop because _________ that the liver usually removes are not removed.

A

toxins

22
Q

The toxins that can be carried to the brain often causes _________, _________, _________, _________.

A

anxiousness, drowsiness, disorientation, coma

23
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Cirrhosis is usually _________ once you have developed it.

A

permanent

24
Q

The liver weighs about _________ pounds

A

Four

25
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The liver is the _________ gland of the body and the only internal organ that will _________ itself if part of it is damaged.

A

largest, regenerate

26
Q

What is one thing that can slow down the development of cirrhosis?

A

Checking to make sure that the drugs you are taking aren’t toxic to your liver.

27
Q

What sprout helps to build a healthy digestive tract and is a good source of vitamin K?

A

Alfalfa

28
Q

_________ helps to prevent bleeding as a result of vitamin K deficiency, which is common with cirrhosis.

A

Alfalfa

29
Q

_________ _________ helps to cleanse and heal the digestive tract.

A

Aloe vera

30
Q

_________ root, _________ and _________ clover aid in liver repair by cleansing the bloodstream.

A

Burdock, dandelion, red

31
Q

What are other herbs beneficial for people with cirrhosis?

A

barberry, black radish, celandine, echinacea, fennel, fringe tree, goldenseal, hops, Irish moss, rose hips, suma, thyme, and wild Oregon grape

32
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A diet rich in _________ is preferred for those with cirrhosis or for those at risk for it.

A

carbohydrates

33
Q

A diet rich in _________ is preferred for those with cirrhosis or for those at risk for it.

A

carbohydrates

34
Q

What vegetables are rich in protein?

A 
Green peas (8.24grams, 1 cup)
Russet Potato (7.86, 1 potato)
Collard Greens (5.15, 1 cup)
Hubbard Squash (5.08, 1 cup)
Spinach (5.35, 1 cup cooked)
Asparagus (4.32, 1 cup cooked)
Corn (4.21, 1 cup)
Sweet Potato (4.02, 1 cup baked with skin)
Brussel Sprouts (3.98, 1 cup cooked)
Mushrooms (3.97, 1 cup portabella grilled)
Broccoli (3.7, 1 cup)
Beet greens (3.70, 1 cup sauteed)
Avocado (3.0, 1 cup cubes)
Cauliflowr (2.28, 1 cup)
Zucchini (2.05, 1 cup sliced cooked)
Kale (2.47, 1 cup cooked)
Red bell pepper (1.48, 1 cup raw)
Carrots (1.19, 1 cup chopped raw or boiled)
35
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What vegetables are rich in protein?

A 
Green peas (8.24grams, 1 cup)
Russet Potato (7.86, 1 potato)
Collard Greens (5.15, 1 cup)
Hubbard Squash (5.08, 1 cup)
Spinach (5.35, 1 cup cooked)
Asparagus (4.32, 1 cup cooked)
Corn (4.21, 1 cup)
Sweet Potato (4.02, 1 cup baked with skin)
Brussel Sprouts (3.98, 1 cup cooked)
Mushrooms (3.97, 1 cup portabella grilled)
Broccoli (3.7, 1 cup)
Beet greens (3.70, 1 cup sauteed)
Avocado (3.0, 1 cup cubes)
Cauliflowr (2.28, 1 cup)
Zucchini (2.05, 1 cup sliced cooked)
Kale (2.47, 1 cup cooked)
Red bell pepper (1.48, 1 cup raw)
Carrots (1.19, 1 cup chopped raw or boiled)
36
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What foods are high in potassium?

A 
Potatoes (with Skin)
Avocados
White beans, Lima Beans
Butternut Squash, Winter Squash
Sweet potatoes
Prunes
Coconut water
Brussels Sprouts
Milk
Cantaloupe
Beets
Tomatoes, Tomato Paste
Bananas
Apricots
Honeydew Melons
Raisins
Yogurt
Nectarines
Dates
Figs
Pumpkin Seeds
Peanuts
Oranges
Kiwi Fruit
Pears
Spinach
Watermelon
Black beans
Edamame
Dried Apricots
Swiss Chard
Pomegranate
Sardines
Peas
Kiwi Fruit
Pears
37
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What foods are both rich in protein and potassium?

A 
Avocados
Sweet Potatoes
Spinach
Brussels Sprouts
Beans
Potatoes with skin
38
Q

_________ percent of the liver can be removed in patients without any underlying liver disease.

A

75

39
Q

It takes _________ to _________ weeks for the liver to grow back to its original size once a percentage has been removed.

A

4, 6

40
Q

The liver cannot regenerate after being severely damaged by _________.

A

alcohol

41
Q

One of the most important functions of the liver is the secretion of _________.

A

bile

42
Q

_________ is necessary for the digestion of fats, breaking the fat down into small globules.

A

Bile

43
Q

What fluid is stored in the gallbladder and is released as needed for digestion?

A

Bile

44
Q

Bile also assists in the absorption of fat soluble vitamins (_________) and helps to assimilate _________.

A

A D E K, calclium

45
Q

Bile converts beta-carotene into Vitamin _________.

A

A

46
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Bile promotes intestinal _________ which helps prevent _________.

A

peristalsis, constipation

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