Piyush Poorey, ex-husband of Television actress Shubhangi Atre, known for ‘Bhabhi ji ghar par hai’, passed away on April 19th 2025, due to liver cirrhosis. Tap to know what liver cirrhosis is and what its symptoms are.
What is Liver Cirrhosis?
Liver Cirrhosis or chronic liver failure is a condition where healthy liver tissue is replaced with scar tissue, leading to impaired liver function. People with diabetes, obesity, and other conditions are more likely to develop it.
Itchy Skin
The damaged tissue in the liver is not able to produce enough bile juice, which builds up bile salts under the skin, leading to itchy skin.
Nausea
The liver in cirrhosis can cause a feeling of nausea or vomiting as the liver is not able to filter out the waste, leading to waste buildup in the bloodstream.
Muscle Cramps
Liver cirrhosis can cause electrolyte imbalance and poor blood circulation, which interfere with muscle and nerve function, leading to muscle cramps.
Poor Appetite
Liver cirrhosis can cause toxin buildup and alter metabolism, which affects appetite and hunger, leading to a reduced desire to eat.
Bruising
Liver Cirrhosis reduces the amount of proteins that help in blood clotting. This lower amount of blood clotting proteins can easily cause bruising or bleeding.
Feeling Tired and Weak
This condition can cause tiredness and weakness because it is unable to absorb nutrients properly, leading to toxin buildup and affecting energy levels.
Darkening of Urine Colour
Liver cirrhosis can cause the urine to darken because the body is unable to eliminate bilirubin (a yellow pigment) properly, leading to its buildup in the blood.
Information Credits
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), key symptoms of liver cirrhosis are poor appetite, muscle cramps, itchy skin, and more. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional if you are experiencing similar symptoms.