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The liver’s real work
The liver processes nutrients, produces important proteins, handles medicines and helps remove waste. It already performs sophisticated detoxification continuously.
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Common risks
Viral hepatitis, heavy alcohol use, excess body weight, diabetes, unsafe medicines and some herbal products can damage the liver.
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Symptoms may appear late
Fatigue, jaundice, dark urine, abdominal swelling, itching and easy bruising can occur, but many liver conditions are silent early.
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Supportive habits
Limit alcohol, maintain a healthy weight, use medicines as directed, avoid unverified mixtures and seek vaccination or screening where appropriate.
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Urgent signs
Jaundice with confusion, vomiting blood, black stool, severe abdominal swelling or marked drowsiness requires urgent medical attention.