Liver Disease Symptoms
1.Some warning signs are appetite loss, tiredness, nausea and Diarrhoea.
2.If liver is affected, these are symptoms -
Bloating in stomach
Jaundice
Sleepiness
Abdominal pain
Swelled up arms and legs
Easy bruising or bleeding
Urine/stool
colour change
Disorientation
Acute and Chronic Liver Failure
Cirrhosis occurs when major parts are damaged beyond repair.
Acute Liver Failure - Liver suddenly stops working without any warning signs. People need immediate medical help.
Chronic Liver Failure - The damage builds up until the liver can no longer function properly.
Untreated liver chronic disease is the main cause.
Liver damage causes
Infections like hepatitis A/E, chronic hepatitis
B/C Few autoimmune diseases
Diseases affecting bile ducts Excessive alcohol use
Genetic diseases and diseases affecting the veins Fatty liver disease
Exposure to toxic mushrooms and strong industrialgrade chemicals
Excessive use of Acetaminophen
Reaction to antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and anti-epileptic drugs Some herbal supplements
Diagnosing Liver Disease
Liver Function Tests - Assessing the level of protein and enzyme in blood.
Blood tests like CBC to identify conditions.
Liver Biopsy - Liver samples collected to check for scarring.
Imaging tests - CT scans, MRI, u trasou
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Preventive care
Possible to overlook common liver disease symptoms or postpone treatment. Focus on preventive care.
Take an annual health check-up having the proper tests to identify liver damage. Correct treatment at the initial stage can avert serious issues.