The liver is an organ located in the upper right part of the abdomen, below the diaphragm and above the stomach. Some types of cancer can form in the liver. Type liver cancer the most common is hepatocellular carcinoma. Other types of liver cancer such as cholangiocarcinoma in the liver and hepatoblastoma is much less common.
Cancer that metastasizes to the liver is more common than cancer that begins in liver cells.< /p>
Symptoms of liver cancer
Dr. Pham Tuan Anh Deputy Head The Department of Treatment requested that K Hospital said that in Vietnam, the rate of hepatitis B virus infection is very high, which is the leading cause of liver cancer. The rate of hepatitis B virus infection in our country is up to 15-20% of the population.
The second factor that increases the incidence of this disease is that many people have the habit of regularly using alcohol. In addition, some factors can increase the risk of disease such as gender (more common in men than women), people with chronic liver disease (fatty liver cirrhosis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C) obesity. Aflatoxin contamination caused by mold…
Signs and symptoms of liver cancer are often the result of liver damage and may include jaundice pain in the right abdomen or shoulder blade or a mass Tumor in right upper abdomen. However, many warning signs are non-specific such as weight loss and fatigue.
In the early stages, liver cancer patients may experience symptoms such as:
– Mild digestive disorders: eat less, slow digestion or eat a lot without getting fat and become thin.
– The patient feels severe pressure or slight pain in the right lower quadrant. This is an early symptom but is rarely noticed. to.
– Weight loss and fatigue with unknown cause.
– Accidentally felt a tumor in the right lower quadrant, overall condition is normal because there is a tumor, so go see a doctor disease.
Meanwhile, according to Mayo Clinic most people have no signs and symptoms in the early stages of cancer</a > primary liver. When signs and symptoms appear they may include:
– Weight loss without trying.
– Loss of appetite.
– Upper abdominal pain.
– Nausea and vomiting.
– General weakness and fatigue.
– Abdominal swelling.
>- Yellow skin and whites of eyes.
– White, chalky stools.
Causesleading to liver cancer
Liver cancer occurs when liver cells grow develop changes (mutations) in their DNA. Sometimes the cause of liver cancer has been identified, such as chronic hepatitis. But sometimes liver cancer occurs in people with no underlying medical condition and the cause of the disease is unknown.
Factors that increase the risk of primary liver cancer include:</p >
– Chronic HBV or HCV infection
Infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV) or hepatitis C virus (HCV) increases the risk of liver cancer.
– Cirrhosis
This progressive and irreversible condition causes scar tissue to form in the liver and increases the likelihood of developing liver cancer.
– Some hereditary liver diseases transmission
Liver diseases that can increase the risk of liver cancer include hemochromatosis and Wilson’s disease.
– Diabetes
People with This blood sugar disorder has a higher risk of liver cancer than people without diabetes.
– Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Fat accumulation in the liver increases the risk of liver cancer.
– Exposure to aflatoxins
Aflatoxins are toxins produced by molds that grow on poorly stored crops. Crops such as grains and nuts can be contaminated with aflatoxin.
– Excessive alcohol consumption
Consuming more than a moderate amount of alcohol daily over many years can lead to irreversible liver damage and increase the risk of liver cancer.
Prevention
Reduce the risk cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver and it increases the risk of liver cancer. You can reduce your risk of cirrhosis if you:
– Drink alcohol in moderation if at all
If you choose to drink alcohol, limit the amount you drink. For women this means no more than one drink per day. For men this means no more than two drinks per day.
– Maintain a healthy weight
If your current weight is healthy, try to maintain Maintain it by choosing a healthy diet and exercising most days of the week. If you need to lose weight, reduce the number of calories you eat each day and increase your exercise. Aim for a gradual weight loss of 0.5 to 1 kg per week.
– Get vaccinated against hepatitis B
You can reduce your risk of getting hepatitis B by getting vaccinated Hepatitis B. The vaccine can be given to most people including infants, the elderly and people with weak immune systems.
– Take steps to prevent hepatitis C
There is no vaccine to prevent hepatitis C, but you can reduce your risk of getting the disease by practicing safe sex and finding safe shops when getting a tattoo or piercing.
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