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Liver cancer is a type of carcinoma that develops in the liver. This is one of the most common types of cancer nowadays. According to the World Cancer Research Fund, liver cancer is the 6th most common cancer worldwide, affecting both genders.
In the early stages of liver cancer, the signs often go unnoticed, like sudden weight loss, abdominal pain, and much more. However, early diagnosis can make the condition curable.
In this blog, we are going to learn more about the early signs of liver cancer, its diagnosis, and much more.
What is liver cancer and its types?
Liver cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the liver cells. The liver is located under the rib cage, on the right side of the abdomen, and it helps digest food and excrete waste.
Liver cancer causes
Some of the common causes of liver cancer are: -
Signs and symptoms of liver cancer
In the early stage of liver cancer, some signs and symptoms might go unnoticed as compared to the other types of cancer. Unless the cancer has progressed to the advanced stage, a person may not know more about it.
Here is a list of some of the common signs and symptoms of liver cancer that one should not ignore :
How can you prevent yourself from the risk of developing liver cancer?
Liver cancer is a deadly and life-threatening disease, but you can protect yourself with proper treatment and early detection.
If you experience any signs and symptoms of liver cancer, you can consult your doctor to know more about the disease and for any information related to the tests, and you can visit Apollo Diagnostics for further information.
FAQs
1. Can liver cancer be detected by a blood test?
You can not diagnose liver cancer just by a test alone, but it can indicate the type of liver cancer or any other abnormalities in your liver.
2. Can we donate a liver?
Yes, in a surgical procedure, a portion of a healthy person's liver is put in a person whose liver is not working. The donor’s liver regrows in real size and capacity within a few months.
3. Can you live without a liver?
No, a person cannot live without a liver; he/she may need a liver transplant in case of a serious liver disease or liver failure.
4. What foods prevent liver cancer?
Foods like legumes, lentils, beans and chickpeas are a great source of fibre and help in the reduction of liver cancer.
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