What are the signs of poor liver function?

May 14, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jiang Chenggang
Introduction
In general, signs of poor liver function usually include loss of appetite, aversion to oily foods, easy fatigue, yellowing of the skin, and skin itching. If these symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation and treatment at a正规 hospital. In daily life, one should avoid alcohol consumption and staying up late to prevent liver damage. Regular check-ups at the hospital are also recommended to enable early detection and early treatment of liver diseases.

Under normal circumstances, signs of poor liver function typically include loss of appetite, aversion to oily foods, easy fatigue, yellowing of the skin, and skin itching. If these symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation and treatment at a正规 hospital. Specific analysis is as follows:

1. Loss of Appetite

When liver function is impaired, digestion and absorption may be affected, leading to reduced appetite. Patients may lose interest in food, experience decreased appetite, and often feel discomfort before or after meals. At this time, consuming moderate amounts of appetite-stimulating foods such as hawthorn or lemon may help.

2. Aversion to Oily Foods

The liver plays an important role in fat digestion and absorption. When liver function is compromised, the ability to digest and absorb fats may decrease, resulting in a dislike for high-fat foods. Patients may experience discomfort or bloating after consuming fatty foods. It is advisable to drink adequate water daily and avoid greasy foods such as fatty meat or braised pork.

3. Easy Fatigue

Poor liver function may impair energy metabolism, leading to insufficient energy supply in the body and causing persistent fatigue. Patients may feel constantly tired and weak, even after rest. It is important to maintain a balance between work and rest and avoid prolonged periods of work or study.

4. Yellowing of the Skin (Jaundice)

This condition usually results from elevated bilirubin levels, which causes yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes, known as jaundice. If this condition continues to worsen, prompt medical evaluation is recommended. Medications such as lamivudine tablets, entecavir dispersible tablets, or adefovir dipivoxil tablets should be taken under medical guidance to improve the condition.

5. Skin Itching

The liver helps eliminate toxins from the body during the detoxification process. When liver dysfunction occurs, its detoxification capacity may decline, leading to accumulation of toxic substances in the body. This can result in dry, itchy skin that may be difficult to tolerate. Under a doctor's supervision, hepatoprotective medications such as hepatic protective tablets, bicyclol tablets, or reduced glutathione for injection may be used to relieve symptoms.

In daily life, alcohol consumption and staying up late should be avoided to prevent further liver damage. Regular hospital check-ups are also recommended to ensure early detection and early treatment of liver diseases.