A liver cyst is not the same thing as a liver tumor. Liver cysts are benign. They are thin-walled, fluid-filled cavities in the liver that do not compromise liver function. Approximately one person in twenty ever develops a liver cyst. Of those, only five percent ever experience symptoms.
In most cases, symptoms only become noticeable when the cyst grows to a certain size. A large lver cyst may trigger the following signs.
* pain where the liver is located, in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen.
* an uncomfortable feeling of fullness in the same area, like you've eaten too much.
* In rare instances, a liver cyst may cause sudden, severe pain in the area of right shoulder.
Sometimes (but not often) a liver cyst indicate the presence of a more serious underlying liver problem, including the following..
* Polycystic liver disease, an inherited disorder.
* An echinococcus parasitic infection.
* Liver cancer.
Usually, only one cyst appears at a time, although some patients may develop several. The only patients who require treatment are those with symptoms. A simple surgical procedure is often the best treatment for removing the cyst.
The purpose of this video has been to provide quick, basic information about liver cysts. To learn more about general liver health, click on the links above.
And remember, you should always rely only on advice from a medical professional in any matter related to your health.
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