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I have very pink or red palms. do they indicate liver damage?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Maybe or not: May be normal for you. May be related to altered metabolism of hormones, like estrogen. Can be seen with liver disease, pregnancy, birth control pill use, other causes. Any question-see your doc.

Dr Cattano and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 3/29/2018

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Dr. Tsu-Yi Chuang answered

No.: Many reason can cause red palms. Chemotherapy is one of them.

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/24/2018

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A member asked:

I have very pink or red palms. do they indicate liver damage?

11 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Dr Cattano and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Tsu-Yi Chuang answered

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

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