Liver Health: Symptoms, Causes & Prevention

Why Liver Health is Important
The liver is a vital organ that detoxifies the body, converts food into energy, and performs many critical functions. Liver diseases can be serious, but early detection makes treatment more effective. Common liver conditions include hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.

Hepatitis
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver, usually caused by viral infections: A, B, C, D, and E.

• Causes: A and E through contaminated food/water; B, C, and D through infected blood or bodily fluids.
• Symptoms: Jaundice, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, dark urine, light-colored stools.
• Prevention: Vaccination for A and B, safe sexual practices, clean food/water, careful use of needles and razors.

Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is long-term liver damage, often caused by hepatitis, alcohol abuse, fatty liver, autoimmune disease, or genetic factors.

• Symptoms: Fatigue, weight loss, abdominal swelling, leg swelling, jaundice, mood changes.
• Prevention: Protect against hepatitis, avoid alcohol, maintain a balanced diet, exercise regularly.

Liver Cancer
Liver cancer involves abnormal growth of liver cells and can be primary (originating in the liver) or secondary (spreading from another organ).

• Causes: Hepatitis B and C, alcohol abuse, fatty liver, aflatoxins, genetic factors.
• Symptoms: Weight loss, fatigue, abdominal pain, jaundice, nausea, loss of appetite.
• Prevention: Avoid risk factors mentioned above, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and vaccinate against hepatitis.

Conclusion
Liver diseases can be severe, so seek medical advice at the first sign of symptoms. Preventive measures include vaccination, balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and avoiding alcohol. Early detection and proper care at Evercare Hospital Chattogram ensure better liver health and overall well-being.