what is psorosis liver and what are the symptoms?

Question

my mothers an alcoholic and now both of her feet are swollen is that an symptom of the psorosis liver

Answer 1

Cirrhosis is a consequence of chronic liver disease characterized by replacement of liver tissue by fibrotic scar tissue as well as regenerative nodules, leading to progressive loss of liver function. Cirrhosis is most commonly caused by alcoholism and hepatitis C, and was the 12th leading cause of death in the United States in 2000.[1] Ascites is the most common complication of cirrhosis and is associated with a poor quality of life, increased risk of infections, and a poor long term outcome. In advanced stages of cirrhosis, the condition is irreversible and the only option would be a liver transplant.

Answer 2

Psorosis Liver

Answer 3

Cirrhosis of liver occurs among alcoholics.In the initial stages liver is enlarged and appetite is lost Vomiting is common.Cessation of mensus loss of hair occur. Emaciation occurs late..Later fluid appears in abdomen and feet.Then the size of liver gradually is reduced and fibrous tissue is formed replacing liver tissue.Most often cirrhosis is preceded by jaundice.

Answer 4

cirrhosis of the liver is when the liver becomes damaged and thickened due usually to drinking or heavy drugs

Answer 5

The swelling of the feet/ankles may be indicative of an underlying heart problem. I'd have her go see a Doctor.

Answer 6

It is called Cirrhosis of the Liver.

Check out these sites - too much details to copy and paste, but they are in neat categories.
http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/cirrhosis/
http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dept/gi/cirrhosis.html

Answer 7

you have a glass or bottle to your lips most of the time. if the feet turn green, then she will be in a wheel chair for the rest of her life. save her, make her sober up