PBC is a progressive autoimmune disease that damages or destroys the bile ducts in the liver. It can cause inflammation, scarring and cirrhosis. READ MORE
The Uniqueness of Liver Disease Care: Managing PBC
April Morris has spent 13 years working with liver disease patients. From being a sub-investigator on several clinical trials, to developing medications to treat and improve various liver conditions, she's immersed in everything liver health.
I Was Diagnosed With a Rare Autoimmune Liver Disease Before I Had Any Symptoms
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