10 Enlarged Liver Symptoms
Symptom #3: Poor Concentration
Due to the central role that the liver plays in detoxification of blood, elevated levels of waste and potential toxins often follow liver failure. Some of these toxins can find their way to the brain, generating what is described as hepatic encephalopathy. This is the perturbation of brain function due to the accumulation of toxic substances.
Manifestations of hepatic encephalopathy include poor levels of concentration, drowsiness, confusion, disorientation, and even behavior changes. Laboratory analysis critical to establishing hepatic encephalopathy includes blood tests to measure ammonia levels. Liver enzyme levels and function tests are also necessary to establish the degree of liver failure. Substances like alcohol that can worsen liver disease due to alcoholic fatty liver disease should be avoided.
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