Question 1

sore muscles all over, and i don't know why. is this a sign of a swollen liver?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Myalgias are associated with a number of disorders. See your doctor or a rheumatologist for evaluation.

Question 2

my dad drinks almost everyday, his face is all swollen up today-- is this a sign of liver damage?

Accepted Answer

Too much fluid: No, it's a sign that he has too much fluid in his body.  If he quits drinking, his body will get rid of it naturally.  If you are worried he may have a drinking problem, talk to somebody you feel is safe.

Question 3

swollen abdomen and feeling like have to urinate; but taking flagyl.  is this a sign of a uti or pid or something else.  i feel like i can't urinate much however, no burning sensations whatsoever.?

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More history needed: These are symptoms which need to be addresses soon by your physician. Diagnosis can range from as simple as constipation to as severe as ovarian ca.

Question 4

what causes a swollen liver?

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Swollen liver: The liver can become enlarged because of being diseased (either from toxins such as meds or alcohol), or can be enlarged secondary to other organ disease such as congestive heart failure. It is never a normal situation.

Question 5

what does liver feel like if swollen?

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It depends: Most of the time there are no symptoms at all.  Because a swollen liver can stretch the liver capsule, sometimes people will feel an achiness or a fullness on the right side (where the liver sits).

Question 6

how can you  tell if liver is swollen?

Accepted Answer

Exam and labs: If by swelling you mean enlarged, a physician should ne able to detect it. When in doubt, bloodwork and imaging studies like ultrasound and/or ct scanning will confirm the diagnosis of liver enlargement. However, the liver can be inflammed without being significantly swollen, so a doctors visit is strongly recommended.

Question 7

what should i eat to reduce my swollen liver?

Accepted Answer

Swollen liver: We would need to know what it is swollen from before offering appropriate assistance to you. If you have a fatty liver from obesity, you need to work with a dietician and or nutritionist to devise a weight loss program. Exercise, in that case, would be part of an overall comprehensive program. Repost with more details so someone can assist you.

Question 8

what can happen when there is a swollen liver?

Accepted Answer

Illness: A swollen liver would need to be evaluated for an underlying illness.

Question 9

how can i tell if my liver or spleen is swollen?

Accepted Answer

Physical exam: Perhaps the best place to start with determining if your liver or spleen is enlarged or abnormal is with a physical examination from a skilled provider such as a primary care physician.  Such a person can take a history from you and then examine your body.  If after that, there are questions left unanswered, imaging studies such as an ultrasound and/or a few lab tests might be helpful.

Question 10

my abdomen swollen and in pain i have end stage liver diease

Accepted Answer

Go to ER: You could be developing infection in fluid in abdomen. Can be lifethreating infection.

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Sore muscles all over, and i don't know why. is this a sign of a swollen liver?

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My dad drinks almost everyday, his face is all swollen up today-- is this a sign of liver damage?

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Swollen abdomen and feeling like have to urinate; but taking flagyl. is this a sign of a uti or pid or something else. i feel like i can't urinate much however, no burning sensations whatsoever.?

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What causes a swollen liver?

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What does liver feel like if swollen?

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How can you tell if liver is swollen?

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What should i eat to reduce my swollen liver?

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What can happen when there is a swollen liver?

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How can i tell if my liver or spleen is swollen?

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My abdomen swollen and in pain i have end stage liver diease

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