Liver Cancer Information and Facts

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Liver Cancer Symptoms
Risk factors of Liver Cancer

New Hope Medical Center has found that many times symptoms may be improved and possibly reversed with our alternative Liver Cancer treatment. The American Cancer Society states the estimated number of 17,550 new cases of liver cancer that will be diagnosed in the United States in the year 2005. Also stated is the number 15,420 people that will die of liver cancer in the year 2005. There are plenty of alternative medicine journals that one can read to get a better understanding of the medicines and treatment center practices.

Primary liver cancer is a cancer which starts in the liver. Secondary, or metastatic cancer is when cancer of another organ has spread to the liver.

Types of liver cancer:

The liver is the largest internal organ of the body (the skin is actually the largest organ). The liver ways approximately 1500 grams and is surrounded by a fibrous capsule. It is a large gland of a dark-red color located in the upper part of the abdomen, protected by the rib cage, and is divided into sections called lobes.

The liver's functions include the storage and filtration of blood, the secretion of bile, the excretion of bilirubin and other substances formed elsewhere in the body. The liver also performs numerous metabolic functions, including the uptake, storage and disposal of nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, hormones, drugs, and toxins. It also destroys harmful substances such as alcohol, and helps the body to rid itself of waste products. Due to the fact that the liver is a main functioning organ of the body it is beneficial to be treated with alternative liver cancer treatments and help sustain the normal operation of bodily functions.

The liver is connected to the small intestines by the bile duct which is a small tube. The bile duct allows the bile produced by the liver to flow to the intestines. When the bile duct becomes clogged, the patient may become jaundiced.

Tumors of the liver may be benign or malignant. At this time we will only speak of the malignant type tumors. The most common primary malignant liver tumor is hepatocellular carcinoma.

Liver Cancer Symptoms:

In the early stages of liver cancer there are often no symptoms. Other symptoms may include:

• Loss of appetite
• Weight loss
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Jaundice
• A vague discomfort in the upper abdomen.
• Ascites
• Pain in the right shoulder
• Fever
• Abdominal swelling
• Elevated liver enzymes

Risk Factors of Liver Cancer:

A number of factors are associated with the etiology of hepatocellular cancer. Risk factors include:

• Hepatitis B
• Gender
• Aflatoxin contaminated food
• Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
• Certain drugs such as anabolic steroids, Thorotrast, and immunosuppressive agents.
• Aromatic amines
• Pesticides
• Chlorinated hydrocarbons
• Tobacco use
• Arsenic
• Oral Contraceptives

 

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DISCLAIMER: It is important to understand that as of today's standard; only traditional medicine is known to be FDA approved. New Hope Medical Center does not make any stated or implied claims regarding results. The extent of the response to treatment varies from patient to patient, even those with a similar diagnosis due to the uniqueness of each patient's internal body makeup.