Causes of Acute Liver Failure

Acute liver failure is a critical condition that everyone should be aware of. If left untreated, it can be fatal.

Causes of Acute Liver Failure

There are several causes of acute deterioration of the liver.

·         Drug overdose – This is the most common cause, and it can be accidental or suicidal; it causes liver injury and later leads to liver failure

·         Intake of over-the-counter drugs, which are hepatotoxic. While visiting a liver specialist, it is important to tell them about the medicines you have taken or are presently consuming

·         Autoimmune conditions – The body’s immune system attacks the liver cells and causes liver failure

·         Intake of rat killer poison accidentally or intentionally – is most common in North and South India

·         Metabolic conditions like Wilson’s  disease

·         Few conditions of pregnancy – not very common

·         Herbal medicines can be hepatotoxic

·         Another common cause of liver failure is viral hepatitis 

 

Also Read: 5 Stages of Liver Disease

 

 Kauvery Hospital

Acute liver failure should be treated immediately, so the patient should be aware of the condition. At Kauvery Hospital, we have the best liver specialists in Chennai, and we can provide the best care possible for you with advanced equipment.