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Disusun Oleh :
1. Kurniawati Amira Sandi
2. Nurhidayatul Kasanah
3. Wahyu Dwi Setiawan
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A. Anatomy of Liver:
The liver is the largest gland in the human body. Liver in humans is located on the top
of the cavum abdominis, under the diaphragm, on either side of the upper quadrant,
which are mostly found on the right. Weighing 1200 - 1600 grams. The upper surface
is in contact below the diaphragm, the lower surface is in contact over the abdominal
organs.
B. Fisiology of Liver:
There are some fung liver are:
1) Liver function as carbohydrate metabolism
2) The function of the liver as fat metabolism
3) Liver function as protein metabolism
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Because the liver comes in close contact with many harmful substances, it is protected
against disease in two main ways.
1. it can regenerate itself by repairing or replacing injured tissue.
2. the liver has many cell units responsible for the same task
Therefore, if one area is injured, other cells will perform the functions of the injured section
indefinitely or until the damage has been repaired.
abdominal pain
general fatigue
intestinal bleeding
itching
jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
loss of interest in sex
nausea and vomiting
small red, spider-like blood vessels under the skin or easy bruising
swelling in the abdomen and legs caused by fluid accumulation
weakness
weight loss.
F. Prevention.
Some chronic liver diseases cannot be prevented but one can reduce the risk by adopting the
following measures:
1. Do not drink excessive alcohol.
2. Avoid high risk behavior. If you do use intravenous drugs, do not share needles or
syringes. Never have sex without a condom with a stranger and avoid multiple sex
partners. If you plan to have tattoos or have your body pierced, choose a place which
has a reputation for cleanliness and safety.
3. Get vaccinated against hepatitis A and B. It is highly recommended that one get
vaccinated against hepatitis B. This chronic infection is highly contagious and one of
the complications is liver cancer.
4. Do not use multiple medications or illicit drugs unwisely. Never mix alcohol with
medications. Always talk to your physician about your medications and get your liver
enzymes checked to make sure that the liver is functioning fine.
5. If you have any member of the family of friend who is sick, avoid contact with blood
or bodily fluids. Many infections can be transferred through body fluids include HIV,
hepatitis and even herpes. Do not make it a habit of sharing personal care products
with anyone, even household members.
6. If you work in an environment where there are chemicals, wear a mask. Take
protective measures when spraying weed killers, insecticides or using other toxic
chemicals. If you work with hazardous chemicals, change clothes before you go
home. If you work in the garden and use chemicals, wear long sleeve shirts, gloves
and a hat.
7. Eat healthy exercise and keep your weight down. Obesity is a well known cause of
chronic fatty liver disease.
G. Treatment.
The treatment of chronic liver disease depends on the cause. While some
conditions may be treated with medications, others may require surgery or a transplant.
Transplant is required when the liver fails and there is no other alternative.
But for you people with liver disease does not hurt to try pengobata herbal cure for
liver disease or liver with herbal remedies made from natural materials such as leather
nutritious mangosteen , soursop leaves black rosella flowers and honey as a natural
preservative
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