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Overview

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Illustration of stages of liver damage: normal liver, fatty liver, liver fibrosis, and cirrhosis (NIDDK/NIH)
Educational image: stages of liver damage (NIDDK/NIH). [2]

Why It Matters in Liver Disease and Transplant

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What to Watch For

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What to Do Now

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Questions to Ask Your Liver or Transplant Team

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References

  1. CDC. Understanding Health Literacy (principles for clear, usable health information).
  2. NIDDK/NIH Media Asset. The Stages of Liver Damage: Normal Liver, Fatty Liver, Liver Fibrosis, and Cirrhosis (image; credit NIDDK/NIH).
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Medical Disclaimer: This page is for educational purposes only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and does not create a doctor–patient relationship. Decisions must be made with your licensed clinician and transplant team. Seek urgent or emergency care for vomiting blood, black or bloody stools, fainting, severe confusion, fever, severe abdominal pain, shortness of breath, or any sudden concerning symptoms—especially if symptoms are sudden or worsening.