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Primary biliary cirrhosis, orprimary biliary cholangitis(PBC), is a long-term liver disease in which thebile ducts in the liver become damaged.
Articles for Primary biliary cirrhosis
Causes of primary biliary cirrhosis
The exact cause of primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is unknown, although it is widely thought to be the result of a problem with the immune system.
Complications of primary biliary cirrhosis
If primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is not treated or reaches an advanced stage, it can cause other potentially serious problems.
Diagnosing primary biliary cirrhosis
In many cases, a suspected diagnosis of primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is made after having a blood test for another, unrelated condition.
Introduction
Primary biliary cirrhosis (primary biliary cholangitis) is a long-term liver disease in which the bile ducts in the liver become damaged.
Symptoms of primary biliary cirrhosis
Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) often doesn't cause any symptoms in the early stages.
Treating primary biliary cirrhosis
The aim of treatment for primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is to prevent liver damage as much as possible and reduce your symptoms.
