Skin manifestations silently warn of liver problems

Như Hạ (Theo Times of India) |

Persistent itching, discolored skin, jaundice or easily bruised skin... can all be initial signs that the liver is working poorly.

Easy to bruise, wounds take a long time to heal

The liver plays a role in producing the necessary proteins for the blood clotting process. When this function is weakened, the body is prone to bruises, even if there is only a slight impact, or a small wound takes a long time to stop the bleeding and recover. This may be a sign of liver-related blood clotting disorder, which should not be taken lightly.

Appearance of "spider web"-shaped blood vessels

Small red blood vessels, spreading like spider webs, may appear in the neck, face or chest area. This is a fairly common sign in people with chronic liver disease. If the number increases, especially in adults, you should check liver function due to endocrine disorders that can affect the vascular system.

Jaundice, yellow eyes

This is a fairly typical sign when liver function declines. When the liver does not process well, bilirubin will accumulate in the blood and gradually deposit in tissues, causing the skin and whites of the eyes to turn yellow. In the early stages, this manifestation may be quite mild, just light yellow under natural light, so it is easily overlooked. However, even if the level is mild, it should be checked early to determine the cause.

Dark skin in fold areas

Dark skin in the neck, armpits or groin is often easily mistaken for sunburn or friction. However, if this condition appears quickly or spreads, it may be related to metabolic disorders and liver function. At that time, pigmentation is affected, causing dark skin to last and difficult to improve with topical products.

Prolonged itching of unknown cause

People with liver problems may feel tingling, as if something is stinging under the skin but not accompanied by a rash. Anti-allergy medications or creams often do not bring obvious results. The main cause is blocked bile flow, causing bile salts to accumulate under the skin and cause itching. This symptom is often worse at night, affecting sleep.

Như Hạ (Theo Times of India)
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