Alcoholism is not the only cause of liver damage, but it receives the most media attention for cirrhosis. Other types of liver damage, such as hepatitis, can be induced by painkillers and fever medicine. Certain types of drugs such as birth control pills, steroids, and anesthesia can cause hepatitis if taken in large doses or even small doses if the liver is weak. The liver’s main function is to help the body break down medicine but the breakdown is slower for some people, and the likelihood for liver inflammation increases if a person’s liver is already somewhat damaged. The scary thing about hepatitis, especially Hepatitis C, is the absence of symptoms. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 3.5 million Americans have it but are unaware of it. Left untreated, Hepatitis C turns into cirrhosis and by that time, the liver will be too severely damaged and will require a liver transplant and 24-hour in-home care.
Long-Term Effects of Liver Inflammation
Asymptomatic in the early stages, Hepatitis C is the leading cause of cirrhosis and liver cancer. By the time a patient is diagnosed with liver disease, the patient will have experienced symptoms such as jaundice, fluid in the abdomen, variceal hemorrhage, cognitive impairment, swelling in legs, nausea, bruises, loss of appetite and weight loss. In Calabasas and surrounding communities, A-1 Home Care provides 24-hour home care assistance with meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, chores, transportation, and companion care. Our in-home caregivers will establish an exercise routine for your elderly loved ones and ensure that they stay completely away from alcohol. If your loved one is scheduled for a liver transplant, A-1 Home Care can assist with after-surgery care for as long as you need it.
About A-1 Home Care
Since its inception in 1991, A-1 Home Care has become the most reputable home care agency in Calabasas. We are dedicated to improving the lives of seniors and their families by providing high quality senior care at affordable rates. Our care managers will walk you through the process and come up with an elder care plan that fits your budget and meets your needs. We salute our wonderful team of caregivers who serve our communities so skillfully and compassionately. A-1 Home Care has easy financing options at reasonable rates, and you can also go through veteran benefits and/or long-term care insurance.
For in-home care services or caregiving opportunities, call (562) 929-8400 or visit our website https://www.a-1homecare.com/ for more information about career and home care services in southern California including Los Angeles County, Orange County, and San Gabriel Valley. Cities include Calabasas, Encino, Canoga Park, Sherman Oaks, Culver City, and others.
