What doctors treat liver patients
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Primary Care Physician (PCP): The gate keeper of your general health. A PCP is typically a General Internist doctor. Gastroenterologist: The first line of treatment in digestive disorders. Has specialty in all organs of the abdomen. Hepatologist:A Specialist in ONLY the liver! The best are usually associated with a university or a liver transplant center. This is the type of doctor that you should be seeing if you are having issues with your liver. When to call the doctor
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If you experience any of these symptoms:
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_ Bedside manner is not the most
important quality in a doctor BUT, fighting liver disease will take both of you to win. If you don't like, feel comfortable with or trust your doctor: Find A New One! When to go to the hospital
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If you experience any of these symptoms:
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