Generally, symptoms of liver cancer will only appear when the cancer has entered an advanced stage. However, in some cases, symptoms may appear earlier.
Some complaints to watch out for because they can be signs and symptoms of liver cancer are:
Loss of appetite
Easily full even if you only eat a little
Nausea and vomiting
Vomiting blood
Bloated
Weight loss drastically
The body gets tired and weak
Itchy rash
Accumulation of fluid in the abdomen (ascites), which is characterized by an enlarged or swollen abdomen
Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes
Dark urine
Stools are gray or white like putty
The body bruises and bleeds easily
Pain in the upper right abdomen or near the right shoulder blade
Other symptoms of liver cancer that can appear, such as:
Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)
Small testicles
Weak muscles
Redness of the skin, including the face
When to See a Doctor
Check with your doctor if you notice any of the above symptoms, especially if the symptoms are interfering with your daily activities.
For groups of people who are at risk of developing liver cancer, do liver cancer screening every 6-12 months. Liver cancer screening can be done with an abdominal ultrasound and blood tests to measure the levels of a protein in the blood called alpha-fetoprotein (AFP).
Liver cancer screening aims to detect the disease as early as possible. That way, treatment can be done immediately so that the patient's chances of recovery are also higher.
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