Primary biliary cholangitis, formerly known as primary biliary cirrhosis, is a chronic condition in which the liver's bile ducts steadily degenerate. The secretions of the liver are referred to as bile.
All the answers published in this website are written by verified medical doctors, therapists and health experts. The Content has been moderated by iCliniq medical review team before publication. Post your medical clarifications on iCliniq by choosing the right specialty and get them answered. Your medical queries will be answered 24/7 by top doctors from iCliniq.
Can you provide information on primary biliary cholangitis?
Query: Hello doctor,My uncle has been diagnosed with primary biliary cholangitis, a condition related to the liver. The doctor prescribed Ocaliva 5mg for a three-month course. Could you provide more information about the disease, its treatment effectiveness, and potential side effects? My uncle also has a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Regarding your father's diagnosis of primary biliary cholangitis, it is a chronic disease affecting the small intrahepatic bile ducts, characterized by progressive damage and eventual loss of these ducts amid chronic portal tract inflam... Read Full »
Is it safe for me to use Ocaliva as my PBC medication?
Query: Hello doctor,My hepatologist has recommended Ocaliva as a part of my treatment plan for primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), as I was recently diagnosed with. Could you elaborate on the specifics of how Ocaliva's PBC management approach works, including expected results and any side effects? Do I also... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Ocaliva (Obeticholic acid) is a newer medication for PBC (primary biliary cholangitis). It is usually used with ursodeoxycholic acid (bile acid). However, it can be used alone if the patient does not react to or tolerate Ursodeoxycholic acid.... Read Full »
Ask a Specialist Now
Get Expert advice/consultation in 3 stepsChat with a Doctor
Starting @ just $59