Yellowing of the skin, excessive weight loss, loss of appetite, itching of the skin, bloating and swelling on the right side may be symptoms of liver cancer. In this respect reports Daily mail.
Liver cancer is a malignant tumor that develops as a result of the transformation of liver cells (hepatocytes).
An alarming symptom of this disease is yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes. This is because tumors can cause a buildup of bilirubin, a yellow pigment produced when red blood cells break down, in the blood.
Liver cancer can cause itching as well as yellowing of the skin. The liver produces bile, which helps digest food. If the bile ducts are blocked by a tumor, bile salts can accumulate in the skin.
Abdominal bloating and the appearance of a tumor on the right side may indicate the presence of liver cancer. Bloating may be caused by a cancer, which increases pressure in the liver and can cause blood to pool in the veins. The tumor itself on the right side of the abdomen may be visible in the later stages of this type of cancer.
Many symptoms of liver cancer can affect digestion and therefore appetite. Nausea, indigestion and loss of appetite may be reasons to consult a doctor. Not eating enough can cause weight loss. However, some people with liver cancer experience weight loss due to cachexia (the body’s inability to absorb all the proteins, fats, and carbohydrates in foods).
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