Liver Cancer

Liver cancer occurs when cells in your liver grow uncontrollably. You may experience symptoms like abdominal pain, weight loss, and jaundice. Treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. Lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption can play a role in prevention and management.

Common Questions & Answers

What are the early signs of liver cancer?

Early signs of liver cancer can include abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue.

Risk factors for liver cancer include chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, smoking, excessive alcohol use, and metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD).

Diagnosis of liver cancer involves imaging tests, biopsies, and blood tests.

Treatment for liver cancer includes surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies. Some people with liver cancer may be eligible for a liver transplant.

Whether a person can be cured of liver cancer depends on how early the cancer is detected, the cause, and treatment options.

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Resources
  1. Liver cancer. Mayo Clinic.

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