7. Frequent Infections and Slow-Healing Wounds on the Legs

People with liver disease often experience:

– Repeated skin infections

– Boils and cellulitis

– Wounds that take weeks or months to heal

Why Healing Is Impaired

– Weak immune response

– Poor circulation

– Low protein levels

– Persistent swelling limiting oxygen delivery

Even minor cuts on the legs can escalate into serious infections.

When to Seek Immediate Medical Help

Go to a hospital urgently if leg symptoms occur with:

– Yellow skin or eyes (jaundice)

– Confusion or drowsiness

– Black stools or vomiting blood

– Sudden abdominal swelling

– Fever with leg redness or severe pain

These signs can indicate life-threatening liver failure or internal bleeding.

Final Thoughts

Liver disease is often called a “silent killer” because it can progress for years without pain. However, the legs frequently reveal the truth before the liver itself causes noticeable discomfort. Swelling, itching, bruising, muscle wasting, slow wound healing, and vein changes are not random problems—they are powerful signals of internal distress.

Recognizing these early can lead to timely treatment, slow disease progression, and in many cases, save a life.