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12. You Become Confused, Forgetful, or Unusually Sleepy
This is one of the more serious warning signs.
When severe liver disease prevents the body from processing certain substances effectively, toxins can affect the brain. This condition is known as hepatic encephalopathy.
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Possible symptoms include:
Confusion
Difficulty concentrating
Memory problems
Personality changes
Slurred speech
Excessive sleepiness
NIDDK lists confusion, memory problems, personality changes, and sleep disturbances among complications that can occur as cirrhosis progresses.
Sudden confusion should always be treated seriously because stroke, infection, medication reactions, low blood sugar, and
