The following features are indicative of Hepatomegaly:
fatigue
pain in the upper right belly
poor appetite
weight loss
nausea
yellowing of the skin
whites of the eyes
It is possible that Hepatomegaly shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Hepatomegaly
The following are the most common causes of Hepatomegaly:
alcoholic liver disease
viral hepatitis
genetic diseases
cancer
congestive heart failure
infections
Risk Factors for Hepatomegaly
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Hepatomegaly:
medicinal herbs
excess alcohol
Prevention of Hepatomegaly
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Hepatomegaly. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
limit contact with chemicals
maintain healthy weight
healthy diet
Occurrence of Hepatomegaly
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Hepatomegaly cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Hepatomegaly most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged between 2-20 years
Common Gender
Hepatomegaly can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Hepatomegaly
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Hepatomegaly:
Blood test: To determine liver enzyme levels
Magnetic resonance elastography: To create a visual map of the stiffness of liver tissue
Liver biopsy: To diagnose liver disorders
Doctor for Diagnosis of Hepatomegaly
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Hepatomegaly:
Hepatologist
Complications of Hepatomegaly if untreated
Yes, Hepatomegaly causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Hepatomegaly is left untreated:
polycystic liver disease
Procedures for Treatment of Hepatomegaly
The following procedures are used to treat Hepatomegaly:
Surgery: To treat hepatomegaly
Self-care for Hepatomegaly
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Hepatomegaly:
Healthy diet: To reduce fat in liver
Regular exercise: Helps to lose weight
Patient Support for Treatment of Hepatomegaly
The following actions may help Hepatomegaly patients:
Primary care physicians support: Monitors alcohol and drug abuse