“Your liver can be seriously damaged before you realize something is wrong.
If you notice these 7 warning signs, don’t simply ignore them.”
Liver cirrhosis can develop over time, and early symptoms may be easy to overlook. Your liver performs hundreds of important jobs, including processing nutrients, removing waste, and helping your blood clot.
Here are 7 warning signs worth knowing:
1️ Yellow eyes or skin (jaundice) — A buildup of bilirubin can cause yellowing.
2️ Swollen belly (ascites) — Fluid can accumulate in the abdomen.
3️ Swollen legs or ankles — Fluid retention can cause noticeable swelling.
4️ Extreme fatigue — Persistent tiredness can occur with advanced liver disease.
5️ Easy bruising or bleeding — Liver damage can affect proteins needed for normal blood clotting.
6️ Confusion or memory problems — Advanced liver disease can affect brain function.
7️ Red palms — Changes in blood vessels and hormones can cause reddish palms.
Important: Having one of these symptoms does not automatically mean you have cirrhosis. Several other conditions can cause similar symptoms. But persistent or unexplained changes should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
Liver function tests and other medical evaluations can help determine what is actually happening.
