4. Cirrhosis
This condition describes the scarring of the liver due to infection or lifestyle behaviors – like alcoholism. The liver is one of the few organs in the body that can regenerate tissues. However, if the patient experiences chronic liver diseases, such as hepatitis, it may result in permanent damage to the liver that is irreversible.
People who are living with chronic liver disease may experience a host of adverse symptoms affecting their health. It’s common for people in the late stages of the disease to develop yellow eyes and yellow skin, due to the elevation in bilirubin production by the liver.
Doctors treat patients with cirrhosis using medications and lifestyle changes to improve the health of the organ. However, in many cases, the patient may have to resort to the use of drugs for the rest of their life to maintain the health of their liver.
Some of the medications used in the treatment of cirrhosis may cause leg cramps in patients. If you notice any cramping symptoms, speak to your doctor about changing your meds.