Signs & Symptoms
Gastroenterology
Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Signs and Symptoms
The initial signs and symptoms of PBC may be subtle, detectable only with blood testing. As the disease progresses over time, usually years, patients may suffer from itching and fatigue.
At an advanced stage, jaundice — a condition that gives a yellow tint to the skin and eyes — develops along with other signs of liver failure. These may include memory problems, fluid retention and internal bleeding.
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