Let’s Talk PBC [Infographic]

(BPT) - Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), formerly known as primary biliary cirrhosis, is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the liver. Although it is a rare disease, PBC affects an estimated one in 1,000 women, and since 1988, has been the second-leading overall cause of liver transplant in women in the U.S. Detecting PBC as early as possible may lead to better management of the disease, however, a recent survey shows there’s a lack of information available for both physicians and patients when it comes to PBC.

Learn more about PBC, and your ALP score, a key marker that doctors look at to diagnose and manage the condition, in this infographic. Find out more about the symptoms of PBC, treatment options and resources via the link below.