The most reliable way to detect liver disease in the early stages is to get regular health check ups that screen for liver enzyme levels. Such liver function tests are helpful because warning signs of liver disease often don’t appear until significant liver damage has been done. When symptoms of declining liver function and progressive tissue damage do appear, they’re likely to include the following. * Discomfort in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen, where the liver is located. Intensity ranges from a mild ache to severe, sharp pain. * A yellowish tint appears in the skin and whites of the eyes from a condition called jaundice. This is a classic sign of liver problems. * You may lose your appetite, and even your favorite foods seem less appealing. This may be followed by unintentional weight loss. * Digestion becomes more difficult at times, especially after you’ve eaten creamy, oily and fatty foods. * Your stomach often feels bloated and you get gas more often than usual. * A “pot belly” suddenly appears, caused by the accumulation of fluids in the abdominal area (this condition is called ascites). * Similarly, swelling may occur in the legs and ankles, as excess fluids are pulled downward by the force of gravity. * Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms of liver problems. * You’ll notice changes in your bowel movements and urinary habits. Stools become pale, slate-colored or tarry-looking, while urine becomes darker. * Liver disease can cause general itchiness, and you may be more prone to have skin problems like acne, eczema, and psoriasis. * Skin that bruises more easily is another common warning sign of liver disease. * Fatigue begins to affect your everyday life in large and small ways as you feel tired more often. Energy fluctuates with Lows coming in mid morning and mid afternoon. * Drinking even small amounts of alcohol make you feel inebriated. When you drink, you get intense hangovers. * Similarly, you might experience bad reactions to common medications like headache pills, antibiotics and antihistamines. * You’ll start getting headaches, heartburn and acid reflux more frequently. * You may have an unpleasant, even severe reaction to fluids that have a stong smell, like cleaning products, gasoline, paint, perfumes, bleaches, etc. Diagnosing liver disease warning signs as early as possible greatly improves the chances of successful treatment. The further liver disease progresses, the more dangerous it becomes. The purpose of this video has been to provide quick, basic information on early warning signs of liver disease. To learn more about related topics, click on the links above. And remember, you should always rely only on advice from a medical professional in any matter related to your health. Related links: Liver Problems – Avoid These Foods In Your Diet https://youtu.be/3XrD4Vztdxw What Are High Liver Enzyme Levels? https://youtu.be/o6sB3hDqlKU Elevated Liver Enzymes https://youtu.be/cpcC_vLXNiA Liver Failure Signs And Symptoms https://youtu.be/Lr4Xcxq9uQA