8 Warning Signs Of Cirrhosis You Need To Know
I know summer's in full swing, and you want to go out and party, but we need to talk about the state of your liver. The liver is our largest internal organ. Its job is to process nutrients and flush waste out of our body. When we abuse our liver, it can lead to cirrhosis, a condition where the organ becomes scarred and damaged.
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8 Warning Signs Of Cirrhosis You Need To Know.
8 Warning Signs Of Cirrhosis You Need To Know
Hey there, viewers!
I know summer’s in full swing, and you want to go out and party,
but we need to talk about the state of your liver. The liver is our largest internal
organ. Its job is to process nutrients and flush waste out of our body. When we abuse our liver,
it can lead to cirrhosis, a condition where the organ becomes scarred and damaged.
Let’s talk today about signs of cirrhosis. Are you getting tired? Are you losing weight out
of nowhere? Have you been experiencing really bad swelling? We’re talking all that AND more…
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Cirrhosis can cause swelling.
If you’re a health-conscious person, there are fewer things scarier than noticing your body
parts mysteriously swelling out of nowhere. This is exactly what happens with cirrhosis.
You see, cirrhosis slows down the flow of blood through your liver.
As a result, the veins that bring blood to the liver begin to clog up, forcing
them to work harder to bring blood from the spleen and intestines.
This leads to swelling in both the legs and abdomen.
Swelling in the legs is known as edema, while abdomen swelling is called ascites.
Both of these conditions develop through extra fluid buildup. If you’re noticing
either of these types of swelling, you’re going to want to get to a doctor ASAP.
You see, there are two stages of cirrhosis. Compensated, where you’re asymptomatic,
and decompensated, where you are showing symptoms and your liver is deteriorating.
Ascites is a sign of decompensated cirrhosis.
This can lead to liver failure, which you can die from if it’s not treated in time.
Redness in your palms 
8 Warning Signs Of Cirrhosis You Need TO know
is another thing to watch out for.
This is a rather rare sign of cirrhosis, but it’s one you still need to watch out for.
Also known as Palmar Erythema, red palms happen when the liver is becoming scarred.
Either your entire palms will be red or just small sections of redness will appear.
Like I said, red palms are rare when it comes to cirrhosis. Only about 23% of people with the
condition end up with this symptom. Either way, if you start noticing redness on your hands,
you’re going to want to talk to a professional and get it diagnosed.
There are a few signs of cirrhosis that are uncommon, but let’s talk about one that is…
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Cirrhosis can make you lose weight.
It is not just slow, gradual weight loss either. This type of weight loss can
happen rather suddenly. You’ll be looking in the mirror and notice that you’re lighter.
Cirrhosis can affect your appetite. The liver plays a huge role in your digestive system.
When the organ becomes damaged, you won’t be eating as much as you used to.
Weight loss can also be a sign of fatty liver disease. This is when you have extra fat on
your liver. The disease is usually brought on by heavy boozing. All the alcohol causes fat to
build up inside your liver cells, making it harder for the organ to do its job.
Early stages of fatty liver disease are relatively harmless,
but if it goes without treatment, it could eventually lead to cirrhosis of the liver.
One of the things you can do to put an end to fatty liver disease is adopt a
healthier lifestyle. This includes cutting out the booze and eating healthier foods.
Weirdly enough, these new habits will cause you to lose weight. If the weight loss is
achieved through healthier living, your fatty liver disease may go away. Studies show that
dropping between 5-10% of your body weight can improve the health of your liver enzymes.
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Another common cirrhosis symptom is itching.
When someone has cirrhosis, they often find themselves itching like crazy. This is due to a
higher level of salt under the skin. The more salt that has collected, the more you’ll be scratching.
The salt that I’m talking about is a particular type known as bile salt.
Bile salt is produced by the liver. Bile salts are sent from the bile ducts into our small intestine.
Once there, it’ll be so much easier for your body to absorb and digest fats and nutrients.
Since your liver isn’t working properly, the bile salts will be out of control,
with a large amount of it building up in your system. When the salts reach the skin,
it will cause uncontrollable itching. You’ll find yourself stretching throughout
the day. Try to avoid doing this as much as possible. Stretching only makes things worse.
If you talk to a doctor, there are certain creams they can recommend for you to apply to your skin.
You don’t want to get stuck stretching layers off your skin. Sometimes, itching can make you scratch
so much, it’ll drain you of all your energy. Come to think of it, that’s our next symptom.
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Cirrhosis can make you fatigued.
Now, fatigue can be caused by countless things.
Sometimes, you haven’t gotten enough sleep. Other times, you might just be bored.
But if you’re living with cirrhosis of the liver, you’re going to feel exceptionally tired.
Think about it, your body isn’t absorbing the nutrients you need to maintain energy.
A lack of calcium and magnesium will drain your body of the energy it requires throughout the day.
Because of this lack of energy, you’ll be struggling to get through your daily tasks.
This will end up affecting your work life, as you won’t be able to do your job the way you used to.
If you experience fatigue long enough, don’t be surprised to find yourself dozing off randomly.
This can be especially dangerous if you’re driving long distances or operating heavy machinery.
To fight fatigue, it’s recommended that you start exercising regularly.
This will be a big challenge, since you’re already lacking the energy to stay active.
This is why you should also turn to a steady diet of greens and other healthy foods.
A doctor will be able to diagnose your condition and tell you exactly what it is you need.
Whether it's fatigue or something else entirely,
not having enough energy can affect your life in all types of ways.
We’ve talked about what cirrhosis can do to your insides. Let’s discuss the
effects it can have on your actual appearance.
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This is where jaundice enters the conversation.
Have you ever heard of jaundice? A lot more people need to familiarize
themselves with this condition. Let’s talk for a second about bilirubin.
This is a yellowish pigment made during the breakdown of red blood cells.
Bilirubin passes through the liver and then flushes out of your body.
With cirrhosis, the liver is not removing the bilirubin from your system.
This causes it to build up and circulate in your bloodstream. After a while,
the bilirubin will reach the layer just underneath your skin. This makes your skin look yellow!
It’s not just your skin that turns yellow. The white area around your eyes will also turn
this color. As if it wasn’t scary enough already. Along with the yellow pigment,
your urine will also be dark. This is due to all the bilirubin in your kidneys. If you’re starting
to notice jaundice forming on your skin, get to a doctor right away. Your liver is in trouble.
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Much like fatigue, nausea can be caused by a bunch of things. But liver disease is one of the more
serious causes. Remember the liver is directly linked to the function of your digestive system.
If the organ is suffering, you’re going to feel it in your stomach.
Nausea is an uneasy feeling in your stomach that often leads to vomiting.
What’s freaky about nausea is that it can happen randomly. You’ll be going about your
day when all the sudden, your stomach gives you this queasy feeling. This is happening because
your liver is not properly getting rid of toxins, making your digestive system feel like garbage.
While getting rest and staying off your feet can help with nausea, the best treatment is
certain medication. Don't be afraid to speak out to someone if this feeling is ongoing.
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As if cirrhosis wasn’t bad enough, there are also random bleeding
We’ve all found random cuts and bruises on our body.
It could drive you crazy thinking about what you did the night before to get them.
When you have cirrhosis, bleeding and bruising can happen fairly easily.
This is because the liver isn’t producing the proper protein needed for blood clotting.
When this happens, bruises develop much quicker than usual.
You also bleed quicker when you cut yourself.
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