What is cystic fibrosis liver disease?
Liver disease is a complication of cystic fibrosis. Bile secreted by the liver to aid in digestion may block the bile ducts, leading to liver damage. Over time, this can lead to scarring and nodularity (cirrhosis).
How do members experience cystic fibrosis liver disease?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with cystic fibrosis liver disease*
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Pain
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for cystic fibrosis liver disease*
Who has cystic fibrosis liver disease on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 8 | |
| 30s | 18 | |
| 40s | 5 | |
| 50s | 2 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 2 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 10 | |
| Female | 26 |