Liver tumors are abnormal cell formations in the liver. The liver is a football-sized organ located in the upper right portion of the abdomen, below the diaphragm and above the stomach. It is responsible for the continuous filtering of blood flowing throughout the body. It also has other important functions, such as removing toxins and other chemicals from the blood and converting them into secretions.
A specific cause cannot be definitively determined for each case, but there are a number of factors that increase the likelihood of developing this disease, the most important of which include the following:
Some genetic inheritance may increase the risk of developing liver tumors.
When the liver is exposed to environmental pollutants and chemical toxins, this may increase the risk of developing liver tumors.
Chronic hepatitis can increase the risk of liver tumors. It's worth noting that hepatitis B and C viruses are the main causes of hepatitis.
Constant exposure of the liver to hormonal pollution and breathing polluted air may increase the risk of liver tumors.
Excessive alcohol consumption over a long period of time can lead to liver damage and increase the risk of tumors.
These two conditions may increase the risk of tumors.
Liver tumors often don't show symptoms in the early stages, but in general, the most important symptoms include:
The most common complications of liver tumors include:
If you experience any of these symptoms or are concerned about your liver health, we recommend consulting a specialist for an accurate evaluation and diagnosis.
These tests help evaluate liver function and identify signs associated with liver tumors.
This is a procedure that passes high-frequency sound waves through the body. The reflected echoes are converted into video clips or photographs that reflect the structure of the body's internal soft tissues.
This test uses special X-rays to capture accurate and detailed images of the body's organs.
This MRI is a test that captures accurate and clear images of the body's organs.
This involves injecting a dye into an artery to reveal any liver tumors.
This is the only test capable of distinguishing between benign and malignant tumors.
This involves inserting a thin, lighted tube to capture high-resolution images of the liver and other organs inside the stomach.
There are a number of tips that can be used to prevent liver tumors, the most prominent of which include the following:
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