The liver performs hundreds of vital health functions, including processing food, medicine, alcohol, and toxins throughout the body. Research has demonstrated that differences in liver function and disease exist between women and men. The liver is an organ with an immense capacity for regenerating itself, but it can be damaged in permanent ways due to a variety of diseases. Moreover, many liver diseases, such as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) are becoming more prevalent in women, especially after menopause. The study of sex and gender differences in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of liver diseases is critical to improving health outcomes for both women and men.
Liver Health is part of the SWHR Liver Health Network.
While our livers are constantly aiding processes that maintain our health, we seldom think about how to keep our liver healthy. Fortunately, there are lifestyle changes women can make to proactively enhance their liver health.
A better understanding of both biological and lifestyle factors affecting NASH development and treatment will lead to better health outcomes for all.
Psychological care can have an immense impact on the quality of life for patients with chronic health issues.
Laurie Garza tells her personal journey of being diagnosed with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic autoimmune liver disease, and how she manages her condition.
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