Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC): Symptoms and Treatment - Patient Primary sclerosing cholangitis is an uncommon condition affecting the bile ducts and liver Inflammation and scarring of the bile ducts can lead to liver damage and cirrhosis - a condition where normal liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue (fibrosis) Different treatments are available to control symptoms that may develop and also to manage any complications which may occur The outlook for
Hyponatraemia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - Patient Hyponatraemia is a low level of sodium in the blood Sodium levels in the blood have to be tightly controlled Various chemical messengers (hormones) and organs are involved in this process For example, hormones involved include antidiuretic hormone and cortisol, and organs involved include the brain and kidneys There is a very close relationship between body sodium and body fluid levels
Steatohepatitis and Steatosis (Fatty Liver) This will involve history, examination and blood tests but may involve further investigation if results are abnormal or the risk of liver disease is high All patients at risk of steatosis or steatohepatitis should be educated about the condition (causes, management, prevention and follow-up)
Globulins: Types and Uses | Doctor - Patient Globulins are a group of proteins within the blood They include immunoglobulins, enzymes, carrier proteins and complement They are produced in the liver