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Nutrition Ch 28

Disorders of the Liver

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Liver functions Produce bile, meatabolize and store nutrients, and detoxifies drugs and waste products
Fatty liver Triglycerides build up and liver enlarges; is reversible
What is the causes of Fatty liver? Alcohol, too little proteins, infection, cancer, drugs and diabetes
Hepatitis Inflammation of liver; Causes- microbes, alcohol, drugs and supplements
What are the symptoms of Hepatitis? Fatigue, joint/muscle pain, nausea, fever and jaundice
What is the diet recommendation for Hepatitis? Normal diet or high calorie and protein
Cirrhosis Harden of liver w/ scar tissue; irreversible
What are the symptoms of Cirrhosis? Portal hypertension, esophageal varices, ascites, decrease blood volume to kidney, decrease production of clotting factors, and malnutrition
Portal Hypertension High BP in portal vein
Esophageal varices Buldging vessels in esophagus
Ascites Fluid in the abdominal cavity
What is the diet therapy for Cirrhosis? Usually restiction of protein, sodium and fluid. Extra cal, vits & minerals. No alcohol or herbal supplements
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