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26 years
How I can prevent heridity liver cirrhosis if the family have history of this genetics disease
Aug 24, 2014

Dr. Zakia Dimassi Pediatrics
Liver cirrhosis (التشمع الكبدي) by itself is not inherited; what you do inherit is a genetic mutation that predisposes to liver cirrhosis, such as autoimmune hepatitis (where the immune system attacks and destroys the liver cells, ultimately leading to cirrhosis or cancer of the liver), or alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (alpha-1 antitrypsin is a protein manufactured in the liver; deficiency is something you're born with, and it may or may not cause lung and liver disease).
Leading a healthy lifestyle, including a well-balanced diet, regular exercise, no smoking, and little of no alcohol consumption, are all essential preventive measures.
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