A study published April 12 in Nature Communications identifies a protein that helps prevent excessive scarring. The protein, ...

Once liver fibrosis progresses to cirrhosis (stage F4), scarring becomes extensive and irreversible. However, even in ...

Women with cirrhosis might notice their belly becoming swollen or bloated. This swelling is called ascites and happens ...

That allows for a shorter healing time with minimal side effects. This treatment involves freezing your pimple scar tissue. The extreme cold causes the tissue to die and fall off. Cryosurgery may ...

Cirrhosis progresses in stages, from a compensated phase with few symptoms to a decompensated phase with serious complications like ascites and hepatic encephalopathy. Early diagnosis is crucial and ...

In mouse models, these strategies decreased scar tissue (collagen density) by up to 68%, while maintaining electrical performance, potentially improving long-term device function and biocompatibility.

Early humans' mastery of fire may have triggered genetic changes that help heal minor burns but complicate recovery from ...