What is visceral calcification?

May 15, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Yang Shuwen

Introduction

Visceral calcification may be caused by factors such as aging, malnutrition, and intrahepatic bile duct stones. With increasing age, the cells and tissue structures of internal organs gradually undergo changes. For example, cardiac muscle tissue becomes stiffer, while the number of cells and functional capacity of the liver and kidneys progressively decline, potentially leading to local discomfort.

In general, visceral calcification may be caused by factors such as aging, malnutrition, or intrahepatic bile duct stones. A detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Aging

With increasing age, cells and tissue structures of internal organs gradually undergo changes. For example, cardiac muscle tissue may become stiffer, while the number of liver and kidney cells and their functions progressively decline, potentially leading to local discomfort. If no other symptoms are present, specific treatment is usually not required.

2. Malnutrition

Malnutrition may lead to deficiencies in key nutrients such as calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D, which are essential for maintaining bone health. A lack of these nutrients can result in decreased blood calcium and phosphorus levels, thereby affecting the normal function of bones and internal organs. It is important to maintain a balanced diet and avoid picky eating habits.

3. Intrahepatic Bile Duct Stones

Intrahepatic bile duct stones are a common biliary disease. Dilation of the bile ducts leads to impaired bile duct function, further affecting bile excretion and digestion, resulting in deposition of calcium salts and other substances within the intrahepatic bile ducts. Treatment options include procedures such as choledocholithotomy (bile duct incision for stone removal) and cholangiojejunostomy (biliary-intestinal anastomosis).

Besides the above causes, visceral calcification may also result from conditions such as liver cysts, hepatic tuberculosis, or hepatitis. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle—including a balanced diet, moderate exercise, and regular medical check-ups—can help prevent and control the development of such diseases.

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Signs of internal organ problems

In general, signs of internal organ problems may include skin symptoms, urinary system symptoms, digestive system symptoms, respiratory symptoms, and neurological symptoms, and timely medical evaluation and treatment are necessary. 1. Skin symptoms: Certain internal organ diseases can cause skin manifestations. For example, liver disease may lead to jaundice and spider angiomas, while kidney disease may result in edema, rashes, and skin itching.

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Feeling internal organs are painfully compressed upon waking up

In general, feeling internal organ pain upon waking may be caused by factors such as poor sleeping posture, gastroesophageal reflux, lumbar disc herniation, pleurisy, or pneumothorax. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, identify the underlying cause, and receive symptomatic treatment under the guidance of a qualified physician. In daily life, maintain healthy habits and enhance your immune system through appropriate physical exercise.