Asbestos
Cancer is also known as Mesothelioma. It is caused by long term exposure to
asbestos. That’s why it is called asbestos cancer. You are probably wondering
how being around asbestos can cause cancer. Does asbestos give off harmful
fumes? No, asbestos does not give off any fumes but it is a unique mineral
material that disintegrates into minute dust that can be inhaled.
When
it is either eaten along with food or inhaled, it won’t digest or degrade and
the body cannot expel it. As time goes on, it will cause inflammation and
genetic changes that can lead to cancer. When you mistakenly inhale it once,
the problem may not manifest. It is long term exposure that usually leads to
asbestos cancer as it will accumulate in the body. According to the World Health
Organization (WHO), this condition causes about half of all occupational cancer
deaths all over the world.
Like
all other ailments, when asbestos cancer is detected early, it is usually
easier and cheaper to treat. This is why this article discusses some asbestos
cancer symptoms. So, here are some symptoms to watch out for.
1.Clogged throat
When you persistently feel like your throat is blocked and you have to clear it
every now and then, it could be a sign of something more serious. In addition,
it may also be difficult for you to swallow your food. There are several things
that can block the throat but it often fizzles out. If there is no improvement
after a couple of days, it may be a symptom of asbestos cancer.
2.Pain during sex
Sudden menstrual changes can cause menstrual pain and pain during sex. The pain
usually affects the lower back, abdomen, and the waist and gets worse during
sex. It is often accompanied by fatigue. However, it is important to note that
asbestos cancer is not the only type of cancer that causes painful sexual
intercourse. Ovarian cancer also does.
3.Problem at the abdomen
Watch out for sudden changes in bowel habits like using the restroom more
often. It may also be accompanied by constipation or indigestion. Pain and
swelling in the abdomen are also not uncommon symptoms of asbestos cancer. But
when you observe any of these, do not conclude because they symptoms of ovarian
cancer, colon cancer, and stomach cancer as well. A proper screening will help
you find out which of them is responsible.
4.Shortness of breath
At an advanced level, patients of asbestos cancer could also encounter
shortness of breath, chest pain and serious cough. If you encounter only one of
the three, it may not be cancer but if the three develop about the same time,
it is more likely to be symptom of asbestos cancer.
5.Sudden weight loss
Most ailments generally cause weight loss to different degrees but when the
sudden loss of weight comes with some of the other symptoms outlined in this
article it could be a sign or symptom of mesothelioma. Ensure you get to the
root of it.
6.General body weakness
Another
condition associated with the patients of the condition in review is general
tiredness or weakness. They often wake up tired. This may be because the
sickness impacts the quality of their sleep. Unfortunately, the tiredness
usually lasts for several days.
7.Night sweating
One condition that some people living with this ailment have reported is night
sweating regardless of the room temperature. They sometimes wake in the middle
of the night with sweat all over their body even when the atmosphere is cool.
However, not all the patients encounter this.
8.Frequent fever
When asbestos cancer gets to an advanced stage, patients develop frequent
fever. It may last for a few days before it disappears only to re-occur after a
few days or weeks. The fever weakens them even more. No matter the fever
medications taken, it will go and still come back.
9.General loss of appetite
Many of the patients find it difficult to eat. They only force themselves to
eat and do not generally eat as much as they should. While some people believe
that mesothelioma or asbestos cancer is the cause of the loss of appetite,
others believe that the cause is the frequent fever.
10.Anemia
This medical
condition is characterized by inadequate red blood cells or dysfunction red
blood cells in the blood. This reduces the amount of oxygen that gets to the
organs in the body. It is a major condition on its own but patients of asbestos
cancer often develop it.
It is not advisable to conclude on your own because the symptoms outlined above can be caused by other conditions. You need to go for proper screening. More importantly, early detection is important for cancer treatment. The patients will have higher chances of survival when it is detected and treated early.
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You
may know that optimal health starts in the kitchen, and but did you know that
diet is at the heart of many cancers?
In
fact, up to 70% of cancers are thought to be preventable through diet. The
other 30% has to do with genetics and environmental factors that you can’t
control.
Still,
those are solid odds to encourage better eating! Stick with us for all the
foods you would do best to avoid in order to minimize your chances of ever
developing cancer.
At
the end, we’ll show you an easy way to determine what stuff is actually good to
eat.
11.
Canned Products
Canned
food tends to contain really high levels of salt and/or sugar, but that’s not
the main reason it is bad for you. It’s actually the cans that contain the
food.
They are
often lined with the dangerous chemical BPA, which is a known hormone disrupter
that has also been linked to cancer. BPA will leech into whatever food comes in
contact with it, especially things that are naturally acidic, such as tomatoes.
Eat your
produce fresh or frozen instead, or only buy canned products that are labeled
as BPA-free.
10. Soda Pop
We
are not telling you anything you don’t already know when we say that soda is
bad for you. Sugar is necessary in small amounts, but is also cancer cells’
favorite food, and sodas contain enough to choke a horse.
It also has
no redeeming nutritional value and puts you at greater risk of cancer due to
the artificial chemicals and colorings that are added. If it’s a caffeine
energy boost you need, a much healthier option is lightly sweetened tea or
coffee, both of which have anti-cancer properties.
To get the
bubbles in soda without the negative health consequences, buy carbonated water
and add a touch of citrus juice for flavor.
9. Potato Chips
Chips
aren’t healthy because they contain a lot of salt and saturated fat which is
overwhelming to your body’s digestive system.
The reason
they increase your cancer risk is something called acrylamide, a carcinogenic
chemical that occurs anytime food is cooked to a high temperature.
Frying potatoes produces a lot of it, but it’s also the reason why health experts advise against charring your meat during cooking. Acrylamide is also found in cigarettes and is part of the reason they are so deadly.
8. Smoked And Processed
Meats
Red
meat in general should be limited due to its high fat content, but any meat
that has been processed is best avoided almost entirely. That won’t be easy
because a lot of tasty products are on the list, including bacon, lunch meat,
sausage, jerky, and smoked barbeque.
A lot of
these foods are preserved using nitrates and nitrites, which are linked to
cancer. And even though smoking is an age-old technique for preserving food, it
causes meat to take on tar in the process. It’s bad in cigarettes and just as
dangerous in food.
7. Farmed Salmon
You
may be wondering what is left that you can eat, especially in terms of protein,
but rest assured that fish can still be a very healthy choice. Naturally lean,
it contains high levels of the healthy omega-3 fatty acids that your body
really needs.
Unfortunately,
farmed salmon live an overcrowded, high stress life and are fed an unnatural
diet full of antibiotics and cancer-causing chemicals. As a result, their meat
is high in PCBs, dioxins, and mercury – all dangerous stuff for humans to
consume.
However, wild sockeye salmon is a whole different story, and a great meal choice if you can find it at the grocery store.
6. Microwave Popcorn
Much
like canned foods, the problem with microwave popcorn is the way it is stored.
Most microwave bags are lined with a product called PFOA, which has been linked
to the occurrence of pancreas, kidney, liver, bladder, and testicular cancer.
When you pop the corn in the microwave, PFOA coats the finished product right along with the artificial trans fat “butter”. Popcorn itself can be a healthy snack, however, if you use an air popper and then toss it with a little bit of garlic-infused olive oil or a flavorful dried herb mix.
5. White Flour
Whole
grains are very healthy, but the processing that creates refined white
flourcompletely strips away the value. White flour is also given its color by a
blast of chlorine gas, not something you want to be eating.
Besides
being nutritionally void, white flour has an extremely high glycemic index,
which means that it breaks down into sugar in the body, spiking blood glucose
and insulin levels along with it. This state in the body is thought to feed
cancer cells. Try to stick to baked goods that use whole grain flours.
4. High Fructose Corn
Syrup
High
fructose corn syrup is dangerous because, even though it comes from natural
corn, the sweetness is highly concentrated. Foods that contain it are likely to
put your blood sugar through the roof and create the perfect environment for
cancer cells to thrive.
It is not thought to cause cancer directly, but it’s dangerous to create conditions in your body that are ideal for cancer to grow. Avoiding packaged foods and cooking at home is the best way to avoid high fructose corn syrup all together.
3. Alcohol
Excess
alcohol consumption is bad for you for lots of reasons. Drinking to excess
makes your liver and kidneys work extra hard, not to mention triggers a whole
host of bad decisions from your stupefied brain.
Studies also indicate that consuming too much alcohol
puts you at greater risk for cancer of the mouth, esophagus, liver, colon, and
rectum. How much is too much? In general, one drink per day for women and two
for men is considered safe, but there’s no real health benefit to drinking at
all. Red wine does contain some heart healthy resveratrol, but so do red
grapes.Advertisement
2. Pickled Foods
Pickling
is another form of processing that adds nitrates or nitrites, salt, and
artificial coloring to food. In much the same way that too much alcohol can
cause cancer in the parts of the body it touches directly, pickled foods are
linked to cancer of the digestive track, especially the stomach and colon.
If you really love pickles, take the time to make them at home so that you can control the level of salt and avoid artificial pickling solutions.
1. Hydrogenated Oils
You
might think that oil from vegetables ought to be healthy, but this is another
case where processing of natural products makes them dangerous. Oil cannot be
extracted from whole vegetables naturally, so they undergo a chemical
extraction process.
Then, the
oil is colored and the natural scent is removed to make the finished product
look appealing. This chemical process is what makes the oil hydrogenated.
It is found in many processed foods, added for texture and to preserve them, but hydrogenated oils affect the cells’ structure and flexibility, upping the chance for cancer to develop.
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There’s
a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle;
they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
1- Loss of Appetite
Ovarian
cancer is known to cause an abrupt loss of appetite that’s normally out of
character for the person affected. This is because the cancer impacts
metabolism—or the breakdown of food into energy that fuels the body.
There’s a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms
are often so subtle; they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That
cancer is ovarian cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances
and those of ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go
away. And by the time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer
has frequently spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to
treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
2- Urinary Frequency
Urinary
problems, such as being overwhelmed by a sudden urge to urinate as well as
peeing more often than usual is a sign of ovarian cancer—this can include bouts
of incontinence (complete loss of bladder control before you can get to a
bathroom) that will gradually worsen over a few weeks.
There’s a
cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle; they
just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
3- Abdominal Pain
Pain in
the pelvic area or belly that feels very different from normal indigestion and
menstrual problems (i.e., cramps) is indicative of ovarian cancer. Most
patients complained of abdominal pain that persisted for longer than 2 weeks,
and wasn’t associated with their period, diarrhea, or the stomach flu.
There’s
a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle;
they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
4- Feeling Full Quickly
In the
more advanced stages of ovarian cancer, the cancer tumor itself can sit on the
surface of the stomach, on the omentum (the fold in the abdominal cavity that
connects the stomach to other organs), or on the intestines, causing a patient
to feel full very quickly (a condition known as “early satiety”) when they eat.
There’s
a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle;
they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
5- Indigestion
Persistent
indigestion, gas, nausea, or other gastro-intestinal issues, like heartburn,
are quite common and occur persistently for some people that have ovarian
cancer. Like the other symptoms of ovarian cancer, this is just one to be
considered if you have others as well
There’s
a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle;
they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20 percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of this silent killer of women…..
6- Bloating
Frequent
bloating or gas pain in your belly or pelvis that doesn’t go away is another
symptom of ovarian cancer. For instance, if your abdominals bloat so much that
your clothes fit tighter around your waist so suddenly and without diet or
activity changes—this may be cause for a doctor’s visit.
There’s
a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle;
they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
7- Lower Back Pain
A
persistent, achy, dull pain in the lower back is a common sign of ovarian
cancer. Many women patients equate the feeling with labor pain.
There’s
a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle;
they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
8- Altering Constipation and Diarrhea
Changes
in bowel habits, such as constipation and diarrhea, will often go hand in hand
with ovarian cancer. This occurs when an ovarian tumor swells and puts pressure
on the stomach, bowel, and bladder.
There’s
a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle;
they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
9- Sudden Weight Loss
Shedding
10 or more pounds without even dieting or exercising is common to ovarian
cancer patients in the early stage. Even though you might consider it a
welcome occurrence, this rapid and unexplained weight loss should be reported
to your physician immediately.
There’s
a cancer known as the “silent killer” because symptoms are often so subtle;
they just seem like routine or common annoyances. That cancer is ovarian
cancer. The difference between the routine annoyances and those of
ovarian cancer is that they will continue most days and not go away. And by the
time the symptoms begin to be considered an issue; the cancer has frequently
spread and it’s progression is substantial and very difficult to treat.
However,
there are some early signs or warning signals that can help you in making an
assessment. Remember though that these signs must be looked at in
combination with each other and with the assistance of trained medical
personnel if you notice a pattern.
Ovarian
cancer is only found early enough to be treatable in only approximately 20
percent of the known cases of ovarian cancers. That makes getting the
word out about these ovarian cancer symptoms critical to help stop the march of
this silent killer of women…..
10- Vaginal Bleeding
A
lesser known early warning sign, one that has only been noted in approximately
1 quarter of ovarian cancer patients, was spotting or irregular vaginal
bleeding outside of the regular menstrual cycle. Other vaginal abnormalities
may include the sudden development of sores or blister in the vaginal area,
changes in skin color, or thick discharge.
Ovarian Cancer Signs
Taking steps
to speak with your doctor and get a check up if you notice several of these
signs is the best preventive step that you can take for your own health
care. Each of these ovarian cancer symptoms could be signs of other
health issues but it’s when you notice a few of them at the same time that you
might want to speak with your doctor.
Together, the two of you, can create a plan to determine the cause of your health issues and take the steps needed to solve it!
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viscus cancer and body part cancer ) is that the third commonest cancer
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1.
Presence of blood within the stool:
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Your liver does a lot
for your health. As one of the body’s largest organs, it’s responsible for
metabolic functions like converting nutrients from your diet so your body can
use them and making sure toxic substances are flushed out before they
cause any harm, according to the Institute for Quality and Efficiency in
Health Care. When your liver is in trouble, though, there are a handful of ways
it lets you know—and here are 20 signs of liver damage to watch out for. And,
as these signs of liver problems commonly stem from excess alcohol consumption,
you may want to consider taking our test to see if your boozing habits are
healthy or not.
1- You Have Super-Itchy Skin
Primary biliary
cholangitis — a chronic disease that destroys the bile ducts in your
liver — doesn’t typically have super-noticeable symptoms, but one early sign is
experiencing itchy skin. Sure, your skin might just be dry, but if it’s
becoming a regular thing, it might be worth getting checked out — especially
because itchy skin is also an indicator of cirrhosis of the liver.
2- Your Skin or Eyes Are Turning Yellow
Seeing the whites of your
eyes start to turn yellow — or experiencing yellowing of your skin — can be
incredibly scary, but it has a solid explanation: it’s called jaundice, it’s
due to a high level of bilirubin in the body, which is a yellowish pigment
that’s secreted by the liver. If you do notice the discoloration, it could be
from many different signs of liver damage,
from cirrhosis to hepatitis B.
3- Your Palms Are Red :
3- Your Palms Are Red :
Speaking of red flags, do you suddenly have red palms for no reason? It could be due to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, a condition that involves too much fat being stored in liver cells that affects people who barely drink — or totally avoid! — alcohol.
4- Your Memory Has Gotten Worse
4- Your Memory Has
Gotten Worse
Forgetting where you left
your car keys is one thing, but if your memory has gotten much worse lately,
there might be a reason for that. When you’re experiencing liver failure, your
organ can’t properly remove toxins from the blood, and that can result in them
building up in the brain — aka hepatic encephalopathy. Unfortunately, one
of the results of that is memory loss.
5- You’re Always Tired :
5- You’re Always Tired
Feeling really tired lately, no matter what you do? Liver disease might be to blame. One of the most incredibly common signs of liver damage is chronic fatigue, which according to a 2006 study published in the Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, could occur due to changes in neurotransmission within the brain.
6- Your Appetite Has
Disappeared
You used to chow down like
you were in a food competition, and now you’re never hungry. So what gives?
Another one of the most common signs of liver damage is a loss of
appetite, making your non-existent hunger pangs something to be weary of.
7- Your Sleep Schedule
Is Out of Whack
There are many things that
can disturb your sleep pattern, but a 2012 study published in the Canadian
Journal of Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis found one possible
culprit is liver cirrhosis, which can make it especially hard to get a good
night’s rest — even if you’re counting sleep like it’s your job. If it turns
out your liver’s fine and you’re still having trouble nodding off.
8- Your Personality Is
Changing
Experiencing changes to your personality can be scary — and sometimes it might be others that notice before you do. Just like how hepatic encephalopathy can cause memory loss, all those toxins building up in your brain can also decrease mental function, causing you to not act like yourself. And for more health issues to keep an eye out for,
9- You Bruise Really Easily
As
you get older, your body can start to bruise more easily due to your
skin getting thinner. If there’s really no explanation for why more marks are
showing up on your body, though (meaning you’re relatively young), it might be
one of the signs of liver damage. Live disease can also make it a
more frequent occurrence.
10- You Have Swollen
Legs and Ankles
Liver disease can be
caused by everything from alcohol use to obesity, and one common warning sign
is something you probably wouldn’t expect: swelling in your legs and ankles. If
you’re experiencing the puffiness and aren’t sure why, a visit to your doc
might be in order to make sure it’s not something serious.
11- You Feel Confused
Unfortunately, the hepatic
encephalopathy caused by liver failure can also mess with your ability to
understand things. This can result in you feeling confused about
things that wouldn’t normally confuse you.
12- You’re Having Body
Pains
You haven’t been working
out more than usual, so what gives with all your body pain? One possible reason
is primary biliary cholangitis, which aside from causing itchy skin can
also lead to bone, muscle, or joint pain.
13- You’re Losing Weight
While suddenly gaining
weight can be one of the signs of liver damage, losing weight can be a symptom,
too. Seeing the number drop on the scale isn’t just a sign of liver
cirrhosis — it’s also a red flag of hepatitis C, a viral infection that
leads to the inflammation of the liver.
14- You Feel Really
Bloated
If your bloating can’t be
blamed on a big meal, it might be due to the buildup of fluid in the abdomen,
which is known as ascites. Since abdominal swelling is one of the warning
signs of liver damage, it’s a good idea to make a doctor’s appointment, just in
case.
15- Your Urine Is Dark
Seeing dark urine in the
toilet after going to the bathroom can be a total shocker — and it’s also
one of the tell-tail signs of liver damage. While bilirubin is
responsible for the yellowing of the eyes or skin, it can also change the color
or your pee due to being excreted through the kidneys.
16- You Can’t
Concentrate
Let’s be real — everyone
has dealt with concentration issues. Sometimes your brain just doesn’t want to
work. If you feel like you’re having trouble concentrating regularly, though,
that could also be your liver giving you a warning sign that it’s failing.
17- You Have the Chills,
All the Time
Have a chronic case of the
chills that no amount of cozy blankets can fix? It could be a sign of
cholestasis during liver disease, which occurs when the organ’s flow of bile is
reduced or has stopped completely.
18- You’ve Gained a Lot
of Weight
If you’re suddenly gaining
weight out of nowhere, your liver might be to blame. It could be a
sign you have liver cirrhosis, a disease that develops slowly and replaces
healthy liver tissue with scar tissue, blocking blood flow through the liver
and inhibiting the organ from working properly.
20- You Have Dry Eyes or
a Dry Mouth
There are plenty of different reasons behind experiencing dry eyes or a dry mouth — from your age to the medications you’re taking — but one possible culprit is a lot more serious. Primary biliary cholangitis is known to cause the problem, but luckily it’s an early symptom of the chronic disease. And for more health issues to keep an eye out for. source
