Symptoms of Liver Cirrhosis: AlFarabi Medical Labs

Liver Cirrhosis is one of the most serious chronic liver diseases. Healthy cells are gradually destroyed and replaced by hard scar tissue, preventing vital functions such as blood filtration, energy storage, and digestion. Early symptom detection and regular tests at AlFarabi Medical Labs help limit progression and control the disease.

✨ Main symptoms of cirrhosis:

🔹 Persistent itchy skin
Bile salts accumulate in blood because of impaired liver function, causing chronic, bothersome itching.

🔹 Appetite loss and weight loss
Impaired liver function affects appetite, causing gradual weight loss and malnutrition.

🔹 Yellow skin and eyes (Jaundice)
A classic sign: increased blood bilirubin yellows the skin and whites of the eyes.

🔹 Easy bruising
Cirrhosis reduces production of clotting factors, increasing bruising even after minor injuries.

🔹 Recurrent gastrointestinal bleeding
May appear as vomiting blood or rectal bleeding from enlarged esophageal or stomach veins (esophageal varices).

🔹 Abdominal swelling (Ascites)
Fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity is a major complication, causing visible swelling and breathlessness.

🔹 Fatigue and general weakness
Poor blood filtration and energy storage cause persistent tiredness even at rest.

📌 Why have liver tests?

• Early diagnosis before complications.

• Monitoring patients with viral hepatitis B or C.

• Detecting complications such as ascites (Ascites) or internal bleeding.

Medical advice:
Protect the liver and reduce cirrhosis risk with a balanced diet rich in fruit and vegetables, less fat and refined sugar, and avoiding excessive alcohol and processed food. Regular activity and ideal weight help efficient liver function, while regular testing detects changes early.