Your legs are screaming “HELP!”: 5 warning signs from your liver

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What to do?

  • Don’t ignore the symptoms.  If you have persistent swelling, spider veins, itching, or changes in skin color, especially if accompanied by fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, heaviness under your right ribs, or changes in your urine and stool, see a general practitioner or gastroenterologist immediately.

  • Prepare for the appointment:  Note when the symptoms started, what makes them better or worse, and if you have any other discomfort.

  • Common tests:  Blood tests (liver enzymes – ALT, AST, bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase, GGT, albumin), complete blood count, and abdominal ultrasound.

Conclusion

Your feet are not only the support of your body: they can also be a  clear indicator of your liver health . Swelling, spider veins, itching, or changes in skin color  should not be underestimated .
They are important signals your body sends you. Detecting them early and seeing a doctor can make all the difference for an effective diagnosis and treatment.