Symptoms associated with Liver Dysfunction

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Symptoms associated with Liver

Dysfunction

Abnormal Metabolism of Fats

Abnormalities in the level

of fats in the blood stream, for example, elevated LDL cholesterol and reduced

HDL cholesterol and elevated triglycerides. Arteries blocked with fat, leading

to high blood pressure, heart attacks and strokes. Build up of fat in other

body organs (fatty degeneration of organs). Lumps of fat in

the skin (lipomas and other fatty tumours).

Excessive weight gain, which may lead to obesity. Inability to lose weight even while dieting. Sluggish metabolism. Protuberant abdomen

(pot belly). Cellulite. Fatty

liver. Roll of fat around the upper abdomen - (liver roll).

Digestive Problems

Indigestion. Reflux.

Haemorrhoids. Gall stones and gall bladder disease. Intolerance

to fatty foods. Intolerance to alcohol. Nausea and vomiting attacks. Abdominal

bloating. Constipation. Irritable

bowel syndrome. Pain over the liver - (upper right

corner of abdomen & lower right rib cage).

Blood Sugar Problems

Craving

for sugar. Hypoglycaemia and unstable blood sugar

levels. Mature onset diabetes (TypeII) is common in

those with a fatty liver.

Nervous System

Depression. Mood changes such as anger and

irritability. Metaphysically the liver is known as the “seat of

anger”. Poor concentration and “foggy

brain”. Overheating of the body, especially the

face and torso. Recurrent headaches (including migraine) associated with

nausea.

Immune Dysfunction

Allergies - sinus, hay

fever, asthma, dermatitis, hives, etc. Multiple food and

chemical sensitivities. Skin rashes and inflammations.

Increased risk of autoimmune diseases.

Chronic

Fatigue Syndrome. Fibromyalgia. Increase in recurrent viral, bacterial and parasitic

infections.

External Signs Coated tongue. Bad breath. Skin

rashes. Itchy skin (pruritus).

Excessive sweating. Offensive body odour

Dark circles under the eyes. Yellow discolouration

of the eyes. Red swollen itchy eyes (allergic eyes).

Acne rosacea - (red pimples around

the nose, cheeks and chin). Brownish spots and

blemishes on the skin (liver spots). Red palms and soles which may also

be itchy and inflamed. Flushed facial appearance or excessive

facial blood vessels (capillaries/ veins).

Hormonal Imbalance

Intolerance

to hormone replacement therapy or the contraceptive pill (eg.

side effects).

Menopausal symptoms such

as hot flushes may be more severe. Premenstrual syndrome may be more severe.

NOTE:

All of the above symptoms

are common manifestations of a dysfunctional liver. However, they can also be

due to other causes, of a more sinister nature, so, in

all cases of persistent symptoms it is vital to see your doctor.

http://www.liverdoctor.com/Section2/08_symptoms.asp

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