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Symptoms of HEPATOMA


Hepatoma, or liver cancer, may produce a firm or hard mass in the right upper abdomen. It often leads to unexplained weight loss and loss of appetite. Jaundice - yellowing of the skin and eyes frequently occurs. Abdominal discomfort, particularly in the right upper abdomen may occur. Fluid collecting in the abdomen may produce ascites and lead to abdominal swelling. Low blood sugars, produced by the damaged liver, may cause weakness, sweating, hunger and tremor. Bleeding and easy bruising can occur. Enlargement of the spleen can happen with discomfort of the left upper abdomen. Gastrointestinal bleeding can occur. This can lead to vomiting blood or black, tarry stools. If the blood loss is severe, anemia will develop. The anemia will produce shortness of breath, weakness, pallor and exercise intolerance.



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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008

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