Normally, blood is carried to the liver by a major blood vessel called the portal vein. If blood can’t flow easily through the liver because of cirrhosis,
Normally, blood is carried to the liver by a major blood vessel called the portal vein.
If blood can’t flow easily through the liver because of cirrhosis, the blood in this vein slows down and the pressure inside the vein increases.
This higher blood pressure in the portal vein is called portal hypertension.
Symptoms of cirrhosis
Loss of appetite
Unintended weight loss
Weakness and fatigue
Nausea
Jaundice (which is the yellowing of the skin and eyes)
Dark brown urine
Red palms
Vomiting blood
Menstrual problems (in women)
Mental confusion (such as difficulty concentrating and forgetfulness)
Itchiness of the skin
Abdominal swelling (due to fluid that collects in the abdomen).