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What Causes Abrasion On The Liver?

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Posted on Wed, 19 Apr 2017
Question: How would I get an abrasion on my liver?
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Answered by Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Trauma or chronic infection may cause it

Detailed Answer:
Hi! Welcome to HealthcareMagic! Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible.

Based on the history you have shared, and the query, if by abrasion you mean, any structural damage to liver then that may be caused by multiple reasons including trauma, fatty diets, alcohol and infections like viruses etc.

To confirm the extent of damage, liver function tests and ultrasound abdomen should be done. Meanwhile avoiding all these causes can help with a better outcome.

Hope this has answered your query, if you have any more questions, feel free to ask. Regards.
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What Causes Abrasion On The Liver?

Brief Answer: Trauma or chronic infection may cause it Detailed Answer: Hi! Welcome to HealthcareMagic! Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible. Based on the history you have shared, and the query, if by abrasion you mean, any structural damage to liver then that may be caused by multiple reasons including trauma, fatty diets, alcohol and infections like viruses etc. To confirm the extent of damage, liver function tests and ultrasound abdomen should be done. Meanwhile avoiding all these causes can help with a better outcome. Hope this has answered your query, if you have any more questions, feel free to ask. Regards.