The liver is almost the most "silently dedicated" organ in our body.It is not only responsible for detoxification, but also participates in many important functions such as fat metabolism, protein synthesis, etc.
And we often ignore its health, until one day, when we have a liver problem, we suddenly realize that we have missed the early warning.
Many people know that liver pain can be a sign of liver disease, but in reality, the precursors of liver cancer are not necessarily reflected in the pain in the liver. Liver cancer often begins quietly,Over time, some subtle symptoms are manifested.
So, what are the precursors of liver cancer? It's not that the liver hurts or not,But what are the other signals of the body that deserve our attention?
As a doctor who has been practicing for many years, I would like to share those early symptoms that I have seen in my clinical practice to help you detect and take measures when there is a problem with the liver.
In the hospital, we often encounter some patients. They did not have obvious physical discomfort in the early stage, and the symptoms of liver cancer were hidden in the early stage.Most of them have a common experience of loss of appetite, stomach bloating and discomfort after eating.
This symptom is often ignored by the patient and is seen as a greasy diet or gastrointestinal discomfort.This loss of appetite and bloating is often a sign of liver problems.
Once, a patient with perennial eating disorder reported that he had been suffering from poor appetite and could not swallow recently, and that after each meal, his abdomen was full and even had a feeling of acid reflux.
She thought it was indigestion, and even began to self-medicate, until the examination found that the liver had some lesions,That's when she realized that loss of appetite and bloating were signs of a problem with her liver's health.
When the liver's function is reduced, its ability to process food and facilitate digestion is also limited, causing food to remain in the stomach for too long, which can cause discomfort.
thereforeIf you also have a prolonged loss of appetite, a decrease in the amount of food you eat, or a feeling of fullness and discomfort after eating,Don't take it lightly, especially if it's accompanied by other unexplained weight loss, it's best to get a liver test to rule out liver problems.
The liver is an important detoxification organ of the human body, and when it has problems, the detoxification function is affected, and toxins are difficult to be discharged in time and are easy to accumulate in the body.At this point, the skin is implicated and presents with generalized or localized itching.
I once saw a patient who complained of itching all over his body, especially at night, when he couldn't sleep.First, he didn't think it was liver problems, just allergies or dry skin.
But after a detailed examination, the doctor found that some indicators of his liver had been abnormal.His itching symptoms are caused by the liver's inability to effectively remove toxins from the body, resulting in the deposition of waste products in the body.
Liver disease is often accompanied by skin problems, such as yellowing, itching, etc., so if you have inexplicable skin itching for a long time, especially if you have no history of allergies and seasonal factors, you should not take it lightly.
When there is a problem with the liver, the body's energy metabolism is often affected, and many patients say,After liver disease, you will suddenly continue to be tired, and even extreme fatigue in the morning.
This fatigue is not simply a feeling of exertion, but a kind of tiredness that is difficult to recover even after a night's rest, and more importantly, with the passage of time,Fatigue is getting worse and has an impact on daily life.
One patient once told me that he had been doing manual labor for many years and had maintained a relatively healthy body, but in recent months he has often experienced extreme fatigue.After resting, I couldn't recover my strength, and I even couldn't do it at work.
At first, he thought that it was because he was getting older and his physical strength was beginning to decline, but he ignored that long-term tiredness might be related to the health of the liver, and through examination, he was finally diagnosed with liver cancer, which impaired the metabolic function of the liver, which directly affected the body's energy supply, resulting in a feeling of fatigue that could not be recovered.
Especially when there is no major change in life and rest, it is necessary to be alert to whether there is a problem with the liverAt this time, it is very necessary to check the liver function in time.
Many people think that bloating in the lower abdomen is a gastrointestinal problem, but in fact, it can also be a sign of an unhealthy liver. When liver function is not optimal, blood flow and metabolism are affected.There may be fluid retention in the liver area, which can cause the abdomen to distended (puffy).
Especially when there is no obvious cause for this abdominal distention, or when it is not accompanied by symptoms of indigestion, it is worth alarming.
One patient had no significant history of liver disease for a long time, but during a routine physical examination,He reported that he had been experiencing swelling in his abdomen, especially in his lower abdomen, which was becoming more and more pronounced.
He thought it was indigestion caused by high work pressure and irregular diet, but after examination, the doctor found that the liver was already diseased, and the swelling of the abdomen was closely related to the fluid retention of the liver.As the liver disease worsens, ascites gradually accumulates, and the swelling in the abdomen becomes more severe.
If there is frequent unexplained distension in the lower abdomen, especially if there are no obvious digestive problems,It may be that there is a lesion in the liver, which needs to be paid attention to and seek medical attention in time.
Knowing the early symptoms of liver cancer, many people may start to worry about their health, so how can we prevent liver cancer from happening?
It is very important to avoid long-term alcohol abuse, which is a poison for the liver,Long-term excessive alcohol consumption can lead to liver cell damage and increase the risk of liver cancer.
The liver needs to be protected from viruses, and hepatitis B and C viruses are important factors in liver cancer. SoHepatitis B vaccination, regular liver function checks, and protective measures to prevent viral infection are effective ways to reduce the occurrence of liver cancer.
Maintain a good diet, eat less high-fat, high-sugar foods, and eat more vitamin-rich fruits and vegetables to help the liver detoxify.In particular, liver function tests can help detect liver problems early and treat them in a timely manner.
The precursor to liver cancer does not always manifest itself as liver pain, and many times, liver lesions manifest themselves through less conspicuous symptoms such as loss of appetite, itchy skin, persistent tiredness, and a swollen abdomen.
Understanding these early symptoms and taking timely action is key to preventing liver cancer and protecting liver health。Everyone should have regular physical check-ups, especially liver functionAttentionin case you miss the best time for treatment.
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