Liver disease can cause a variety of skin changes that can be indicative of liver dysfunction. Here are five skin signs of liver disease:
1. Jaundice: This is a common symptom of liver disease, which occurs when the liver is unable to process bilirubin, resulting in a yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes.
2. Itchy skin: Liver disease can cause itchy skin or pruritus, which can be very uncomfortable and often affects the whole body.
3. Easy bruising: The liver produces clotting factors, and when it is damaged, the body may produce fewer clotting factors, leading to easy bruising or bleeding.
4. Spider angiomas: These are small, red, spider-like blood vessels that appear on the skin and are commonly found on the face, neck, and upper torso.
Palmar erythema: This is a reddening of the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, and it is caused by an increased level of estrogen in the blood due to liver dysfunction.
5. Paper Money Skin: Paper money skin refers to the presence of numerous small blood vessels scattered randomly throughout the skin, apparently resembling the silk threads in America dollar notes.
If you experience any of these skin changes, it's important to consult with a healthcare professional for further evaluation and treatment.
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