Liver conditions and diseases
Liver disease can be caused by viruses such as hepatitis, or lifestyle factors like your diet, drug use or alcohol intake. Learn about common liver diseases, their symptoms and treatment using the links below.
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD)
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a genetic condition that can cause lung and liver disease. Learn more about AATD symptoms and treatments.
Cirrhosis of the liver
Cirrhosis is permanent liver scarring due to various liver diseases and conditions. Learn more about symptoms, and treatment options.
Fatty liver
Fatty liver disease might not cause any symptoms, but it can lead to health problems. Learn how to change your lifestyle to prevent fatty liver.
Haemochromatosis
Haemochromatosis causes your body to absorb too much iron, leading to organ damage. Read about the symptoms, diagnosis and available treatments.
Hepatitis
Hepatitis is a group of illnesses that damage your liver. Learn more about the different types, causes, symptoms and treatment for hepatitis.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a viral infection that causes liver inflammation. Unlike other types of hepatitis, hepatitis A doesn't cause long-term liver damage.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B can lead to liver damage over time. If you have hepatitis B, it is important to protect others from infection. Find out how.
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a virus that can cause serious liver disease. The hepatitis C virus is spread when infected blood enters another person's bloodstream.
Jaundice in adults
Jaundice is yellowing of your skin and whites of your eyes. Find out about the causes and symptoms of jaundice, and how the cause can be diagnosed.
Liver cancer
Liver cancer is one of the top 10 causes of cancer deaths in Australia. Learn more about liver cancer and the different types and treatments.
Liver failure
Liver failure may be caused by some medical conditions, infections, poisons and excessive alcohol use. Learn how to reduce your risk.
