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Hi, I have read posts saying they are at different stages can someone tell me please what stages there are and what this means plz hope this makes sense

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Liver biopsy helps stage PBC, which has 4 histologic stages:

Stage 1: Inflammation, abnormal connective tissue, or both, confined to the portal areas

Stage 2: Inflammation, fibrosis, or both, confined to the portal and periportal areas

Stage 3: Bridging fibrosis

Stage 4: Cirrhosis

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Thank you for your reply that was very helpful

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I have no Idea. But I can tell you i have had it since 2014. I know I had it before diagnose. Im currently looking for a new doctor. Im tired. I dont itch but im on setreline and some have said thats why. Find a doctor that will answet and give you test you need.

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