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Cirrhosis - Complications
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(Page 4) Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by progressive loss of bone density, thinning of bone tissue, and increased vulnerability to fractures. Osteoporosis may result from disease, dietary or hormonal deficiency, or advanced age. Regular exercise and vitamin and mineral supplements may reduce and even reverse loss of bone density.
Insulin ResistanceNearly all patients with cirrhosis are insulin resistant. Insulin resistance is a primary feature in type 2 diabetes and occurs when the body is unable to use insulin. This hormone is important for delivering blood sugar and amino acids into cells and helps determine whether these nutrients will be burned for energy or stored for future use.  Other ComplicationsOne study reported that nearly a quarter of patients with cirrhosis had gallstones.
They may also face a higher than average risk for certain abnormal heart rhythms. Peptic ulcers, sleep disorders, and respiratory problems are also more common in people with cirrhosis than in the general population.
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