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Understanding Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis

December 29, 2017

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, or MASH, is a liver disease caused by fat buildup. Learn more about symptoms and treatment options. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Transplant
Tagged with: ache, alcoholic liver disease, cirrhosis, fatty liver, liver causes inflammation, liver disease, liver failure, liver transplants, obesity
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

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

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Transplant
Tagged with: cirrhosis, liver disease, liver transplant, surgery
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

What Is Hepatocellular Carcinoma? Liver Transplants for Liver Cancer

November 17, 2017

If you have hepatocellular carcinoma, is liver transplant an option to treat your liver cancer? Learn more about this type of liver cancer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Liver Transplant, Living and Wellness, Transplant
Tagged with: chemotherapy, cirrhosis, hepatitis B, radiation therapy
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Cirrhosis and Liver Transplant: What You Should Know

November 7, 2017

Learn about cirrhosis and liver transplant: What is cirrhosis? How does cirrhosis affect the body? Read on to find out. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Liver Transplant, Living and Wellness, Transplant
Tagged with: cirrhosis, life-saving solution, liver failure, liver transplants, signs and symptoms of cirrhosis
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6 Benefits of Quitting Alcohol for a Month

February 3, 2016

Whether you're a light or heavy drinker, everyone can benefit from giving up alcohol for a month. Here are six reasons to consider going dry for 30 days. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: abstain alcohol, alcohol, cirrhosis, liver damage, poor sleep, quit drinking, sober october
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Will Alcohol Keep You Warm?

November 14, 2015

Does alcohol keep you warm? The short answer is no. The drug actually makes you colder and has a profound effect on your body--especially your blood. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cirrhosis, heart attack, hematological stroke, infections, occlusive stroke, shock
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

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

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Transplant
Tagged with: cirrhosis, diseases, energy, hepatitis C, liver cancer, liver disease, liver transplant, living donor liver transplant
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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

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: alcohol, aspirin, binge drinking, cirrhosis, hepatitis, liver cancer, liver cancer risk, liver disease
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Infographic: Colors of the Eye

September 14, 2014

Learn more about eye color, what determines it, and medical conditions that affect it with this cool infographic from the UPMC Eye Center. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: allergies, cirrhosis, infection, infographic, iris, sunburn