Why Do Simple, Seemingly Benign Triggers Lead to Hepatic Encephalopathy?

Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) can feel like it comes out of nowhere: one day a patient is baseline, the next they’re confused after “just” constipation, a little dehydration, or a routine diuretic tweak.

In this episode, we unpack why seemingly benign stressors can flip a fragile gut–liver–brain system past its tipping point.

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