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- The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
- The author does not recommend self-medication or using unproven treatment methods. I remind you that contacting a doctor and following the recommendations of evidence-based medicine are the only correct solution in the fight against various diseases.
Causes of liver disease
Although many people believe that excessive alcohol consumption is the only cause of liver damage, this is not true.
There are other factors that can lead to liver problems, such as eating processed foods, too much sugar and vegetable oils, taking too many painkillers, and viruses. All of these can cause liver damage.
Signs of liver damage
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1. Pale stool
Pale stools can be a sign of liver problems. When we eat, our liver produces bile, which helps digest food and fats. This bile gives our stool its normal brown color.
However, if you have liver problems, such as damage or fat buildup, this can block the flow of bile through the bile ducts. This can change the color of your stool to a lighter color, such as paper or clay.
This is due to undigested fats in your diet. Your stool may also become more buoyant, causing it to float on top of the water in the toilet. So, do not ignore these symptoms and consult your doctor for advice.
2. Poor night vision
Poor night vision can be one of the signs of liver damage. This is a condition in which a person has difficulty seeing in low light or darkness.
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3. Swollen right foot
4. Yellow bumps around the eyelids
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5. Feeling of pressure or discomfort on the right side of the chest
6. Purple or red bumps on the skin
Medical experts have determined that the damaged liver cannot produce proteins such as fibrinogen, which is a key component in the blood clotting cascade.
This can cause people with liver damage to bruise more easily and more often, which can result in unusual purple and red spots or bumps on the skin.
They are mostly seen around the shins and arms, but can appear on other parts of the body. Sometimes they are caused by poor circulation, which is also a sign of liver disease.
7. Cracked heels
Cracked heels can be a sign of liver problems. Our bodies use vitamin B3, also known as niacin, to keep our skin hydrated, smooth, and strong, protecting it from damage.
However, when the liver is damaged, it uses all of its stored vitamin B3 to repair itself. Vitamin B3 deficiency can cause cracked feet, heels, and soles. So it is important to pay attention to this small sign, as it may indicate liver damage.
8. White and swollen nails
White or swollen nails can be a sign of serious liver damage or an underlying health problem that affects the oxygen supply to the nails.
A study in the 1950s found that eight out of ten people with severe liver scarring had completely white nails, confirming the strong correlation between nail appearance and liver health.
Slanted nails, characterized by rounded and enlarged fingertips, can also be a sign of chronic hypoxia, often associated with liver diseases such as cirrhosis. Monitoring changes in the appearance of nails along with other symptoms can help in early detection of liver-related problems.
9. Dark urine
If your urine is dark yellow or brown, it could be a sign that your liver may be damaged. The liver plays an important role in filtering and processing waste products from the blood, including a yellow pigment called beta-carotene, which gives urine its color.
10. Jaundice
11. Spider veins
12. Skin itching
Let's summarize what has been written
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