Laennec Cirrhosis
Laennec's cirrhosis is a classic name for liver cirrhosis associated with prolonged alcohol use. It consists of chronic liver damage in which healthy tissue is replaced by scar tissue, which progressively impairs the organ's functioning.
What happens in the liver: the scarring hinders the flow of blood and the cleansing and production functions that the liver normally carries out.
Possible manifestations:
- Fatigue and weakness
- Yellowish coloring of the skin and eyes
- Swelling of the abdomen or legs
- Bruising easily
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who studies liver diseases and follows up on cirrhosis. If you have symptoms suggesting liver involvement, it is advisable to seek an evaluation to learn the condition of the organ.
Specialties that treat laennec cirrhosis
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in laennec cirrhosis
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Roberto Guerrero Crotte
Dr. Carlos Manuel Del Real Calzada
Dr. Raúl Maya
Dr. Ana Gabriela Mondragón Díaz
Dr. Fernando Enrique Tovar García
Dr. Sergio Gabriel Muñoz Martínez
Dr. Guido Grajales Figueroa
Dr. Edgar Zamayoa Cervantes
Dr. Oscar Omar López Padilla
Dr. Josué Germán Junco Enciso
Dr. Ana Merced Ruiz Zavala
Dr. Graciela Torres Mendoza
Dr. Cinthya Isabel Díaz Valencia
Dr. Armando Baqueiro Cendon
Dr. Roberto Arias Morales
Dr. Ambrosio Rafael Bernal Mendez
Dr. Rubens De la Vega Mireles
Dr. Ricardo Espinoza Acuña
Dr. Diana Selene Morgan Penagos
Frequently asked questions
What is laennec cirrhosis?
Laennec's cirrhosis is a classic name for liver cirrhosis associated with prolonged alcohol use. It consists of chronic liver damage in which healthy tissue is replaced by scar tissue, which progressively impairs the organ's functioning.
Which doctor treats laennec cirrhosis?
Laennec Cirrhosis is usually treated by specialists in gastroenterologist.