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Why Liver Cirrhosis Causes Confusion & Abnormal Behavior | Dr. Joy Varghese | Gleneagles Hospital

In this video, Dr. Joy Varghese, renowned liver specialist at Gleneagles Hospital, explains why some liver cirrhosis patients display abnormal behavior and disorientation. Subscribe this channel:    / @gleneagleshospitalsindia   -These patients often stay awake all night, feel drowsy during the day, and become confused about familiar surroundings. -They may enter the kitchen thinking it’s a toilet or get lost in their own home. Over time, they may even slip into a semi-conscious state. -This is caused by a build-up of ammonia in the body, as the damaged liver can no longer filter toxins effectively. -High ammonia levels affect brain function, leading to altered mental status a condition known as hepatic encephalopathy. -Thankfully, effective medications are available, and with proper treatment, patients can recover from these behavioural changes. #LiverCirrhosis #HepaticEncephalopathy #LiverHealth #MedicalAwareness #AmmoniaToxicity