Autoimmune Liver Diseases at CMC Dubai

Autoimmune liver diseases are a variety of disorders in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy liver cells, causing inflammation and damage to the liver.

Types of Autoimmune liver diseases : 

1. Autoimmune hepatitis: This is a condition in which the immune system attacks liver cells, leading to inflammation and damage. It can occur at any age, and it affects women more often than men.
2. Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC): This is a rare condition in which the immune system attacks the small bile ducts within the liver, leading to inflammation and damage. It is most commonly diagnosed in women over the age of 40.
3. Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC): This is a rare condition in which the immune system attacks the bile ducts both inside and outside the liver, leading to inflammation and scarring. It is most commonly diagnosed in men in their 30s and 40s.
4. Overlap syndrome: This is a condition in which a person has features of more than one autoimmune liver disease, such as autoimmune hepatitis and PBC or autoimmune hepatitis and PSC.

Symptoms of Autoimmune liver diseases :

• fatigue
• abdominal pain
• jaundice
• itching
• weight loss

The Diagnosis of Autoimmune liver diseases

typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests.

1. Medical history: The healthcare professional will ask about the person’s symptoms, medical history, and any family history of liver disease.
2. Physical examination: The healthcare professional will perform a physical examination to check for signs of liver disease, such as jaundice or an enlarged liver.
3. Laboratory tests: Blood tests are used to evaluate liver function and to check for specific antibodies that are associated with autoimmune liver diseases. Some common tests include:

• Liver function tests: These tests measure levels of liver enzymes, bilirubin, and other substances in the blood that can indicate liver damage or disease.
• Antibody tests: These tests check for specific antibodies that are associated with autoimmune liver diseases, such as antinuclear antibodies (ANAs), anti-smooth muscle antibodies (ASMA), and anti-mitochondrial antibodies (AMAs).
• Imaging tests: Imaging tests, such as ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI, may be used to evaluate the liver and bile ducts and to check for signs of damage or inflammation.
• Liver biopsy: In some cases, a liver biopsy may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis and to assess the extent of liver damage.

The diagnosis of autoimmune liver diseases can be challenging because the symptoms and laboratory test results can be similar to other liver diseases.

Treatment for Autoimmune liver diseases

Generally involves medications to suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation, as well as lifestyle changes to improve liver health.

The treatment of autoimmune liver diseases depends on the specific condition and the severity of the disease. The primary goals of treatment are to reduce inflammation and prevent liver damage.

It is important to work closely with a healthcare professional to manage autoimmune liver diseases. Regular monitoring and follow-up appointments are necessary to assess the effectiveness of the treatment and to adjust the treatment plan if necessary.

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