Acute liver failure

Acute liver failure is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.

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Symptoms

Symptoms associated with Acute liver failure

The following symptoms have been associated with Acute liver failure in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.

Abnormal bleeding

An abnormal susceptibility to bleeding, often referred to as a bleeding diathesis. A bleeding diathesis may be...

Hematologic

Bruising susceptibility

An ecchymosis (bruise) refers to the skin discoloration caused by the escape of blood into the tissues from ru...

Cardiovascular, Dermatologic, Hematologic, Integument

Cerebral edema

Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the brain....

Metabolic, Neurological

Confusion

Lack of clarity and coherence of thought, perception, understanding, or action....

Neurological

Depression

Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...

Neurological

Diarrhea

Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....

Digestive

Drowsiness

Abnormal feeling of sleepiness or difficulty staying awake....

Neurological

Fever

Body temperature elevated above the normal range....

Metabolic

Gastrointestinal hemorrhage

Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....

Cardiovascular, Digestive, Hematologic

Hypotension

Low Blood Pressure, vascular hypotension....

Cardiovascular

Intracranial hemorrhage

Hemorrhage occurring within the skull....

Cardiovascular, Hematologic, Neurological

Jaundice

Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...

Dermatologic, Digestive, Gastrointestinal, Integument

Nausea

A sensation of unease in the stomach together with an urge to vomit....

Digestive

Seizure

A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...

Neurological

Skin rash

A red eruption of the skin....

Dermatologic, Immunologic, Integument

Vomiting

Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...

Digestive

Tests

Tests used to investigate Acute liver failure

Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Acute liver failure. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.

CBC with Differential

Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...

Sample: Blood

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...

Sample: Blood

Urinalysis

Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....

Sample: Urine

Related conditions

Conditions with overlapping symptoms

These conditions share symptoms with Acute liver failure, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Acute liver failure?

Acute liver failure is a health condition described in medical literature. Acute liver failure is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.

What are the symptoms of Acute liver failure?

Acute liver failure is associated with 16 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abnormal bleeding, Bruising susceptibility, Cerebral edema, Confusion, Depression, Diarrhea. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.

How is Acute liver failure diagnosed or investigated?

A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Acute liver failure include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.

Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?

No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Acute liver failure, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.

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