Liver Cancer
Cancer that starts in the liver, which can cause jaundice, abdominal swelling, and weight loss.
Also known as: hepatocellular carcinoma, HCC.
Category: Oncologic
Symptoms associated with Liver Cancer
The following symptoms have been associated with Liver Cancer in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal distention
Distention of the abdomen....
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Poor appetite
A reduced desire to eat....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Liver Cancer
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Liver Cancer. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Alpha-Fetoprotein Afp Tumor Marker Test
This blood test determines Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP or a-Fetoprotein) levels....
Liver Function Test
Measures ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, and albumin to assess liver health....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Liver Cancer, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Mitochondrial neurogastrointestinal encephalomyopathy
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Pancreatic Cancer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liver Cancer?
Liver Cancer is a health condition described in medical literature. Cancer that starts in the liver, which can cause jaundice, abdominal swelling, and weight loss.
What are the symptoms of Liver Cancer?
Liver Cancer is associated with 6 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal distention, Abdominal pain, Fatigue, Jaundice, Poor appetite, Weight loss. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Liver Cancer diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Liver Cancer include Alpha-Fetoprotein Afp Tumor Marker Test, Hepatitis Panel, Liver Function Test. 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 Liver Cancer, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.