How to avoid Liver Disease

How to avoid damaging your liver.

Instructions

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  It has been known for centuries that excessive use of alcohol can cause liver disease. There are other ways in which your liver can become damaged. A healthy liver is important for healthy bodily functions and blood purification.

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  Alcohol is not the only cause of Liver dysfunction. If a person has an extremely high Chloresterol level that can effect Liver also. The Liver helps break down and process Chloresterol. If the Chloresterol is too high it places extra stress on your liver causing it to become enlarged. A blood test measuring Liver enzymes in the blood would be helpful in detecting this kind of problem.

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  In addition to Chloresterol, some infections can cause Liver enzyme elevation. That is why it is important to see a doctor if you have a prolonged illness or infection that doesn't seem to be getting better. Finally, some medications can alter Liver function temporarily. Any one taking prescription drugs for a prolonged period of time should have routine blood tests. The Liver metabolizes any alcohol or drugs that pass through the body. Normally, when the medication is reduced or discontinued the Liver will return to its normal state. The Liver has an excellent ability to repair itself. It take several years to develop Liver disease or Liver damage. Many times their are no symptoms until the disease progesses.