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Paracetamol liver failure

2023-05-29 19:23:21
My friend took 12g of paracetamol 3 days ago and she didnt tell anyone for 3 days when she vomited . Now she is in coma the doctors are telling liver transplant. Is this the only option or will she recover without it??
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She is already under a Dr 's care. please trust her treating Dr.

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She is in coma Means hepatic encephalopathy Do as your doctor say

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Recovery from paracetamol toxicity depends on the LIVER FUNCTION and kidney function there are different stages of toxicity ,in the worst scenario liver transplant is an option.

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Yes... paracetamol toxicity is the major cause for liver transplant...
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needs some more information about the reports..consult with the reports for better evaluation
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Trust treating doc

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Can help you kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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Yes it is.

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