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What is ascites?

We all experience abdominal discomfort from time to time. We might feel bloated; we might put on a little weight. However, sometimes, when these symptoms all come together, perhaps with shortness of breath, it can be an indication that our bodies are experiencing a build-up of fluid. Leading hepatologist Dr Deepak Joshi is here to explain ascites and how it can affect you.

Liver transplants: 50 years of progress

Since the first procedure was carried out just over 50 years ago, the UK has emerged as a world leader in liver transplants. In this article, early pioneer of liver transplants in the UK and towering figure in hepatology Professor Roger Williams CBE reflects on the progress over the last 50 years, and what’s in store for the future.

Beyond Dry January: How to look after your liver

With alcoholic liver disease reported to be on the rise, many of us want to know: how do you actually look after your liver? How much can you safely drink? Are some types of alcohol better than others? And does Dry January actually work? We put these questions to consultant liver specialist Dr Jeremy Cobbold, who gave us some surprising answers:

The effect of Dry January: What happens to your body when you give up alcohol for one month?

On the Channel 4 show Live Well Longer, around 20 women were studied to look at the effects of giving up alcohol for a month. The results were astounding – from weight loss to lower blood pressure, and even the possible reduced risk of developing cancer. We asked liver specialist Professor Kevin Moore, who featured heavily in the programme, to explain what this means – and whether a “detox” from alcohol can really work.

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