Can liver failure cause seizures?
My friend's father has severe liver problems and has been experiencing confusion and disorientation lately. Someone mentioned that liver failure can affect the brain. Can liver failure actually cause seizures?
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7 months ago
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Actually yaar, when the liver fails, toxins like ammonia build up in the blood and hit the brain. My friend's dad had this and he got really confused and then had a fit. It is super serious, so please rush them to the doc right now.
4 months ago
Haan na, severe liver issues can definitely affect the brain because toxins build up when the liver doesn't work. We call it hepatic encephalopathy and it can lead to fits. Pls don't wait at home, take them to a big hospital immediately.
9 months ago
Haan bilkul, liver fail hone se body ke toxins brain tak pahunch jaate hain aur seizures ho sakte hain. Ye bahut critical situation hai na. Bilkul risk mat lo aur turant unhe hospital le jao.
7 months ago
Seizures are a major emergency, especially if there is already a history of liver trouble. Please don't try to figure this out online. Take them to the emergency room immediately for proper tests and treatment to keep them safe.
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9 months ago
Managing high BP has taught me that organ issues can cause sudden complications if we ignore regular checkups. Seizures from liver failure mean the toxins are affecting the nervous system. You need to get them hospitalized immediately for proper monitoring.
5 months ago
I had severe liver complications last year and the doctors warned me that fits can happen if the liver stops filtering toxins properly. It's a very scary stage of the illness. Please don't wait for another episode, consult their specialist immediately.