What causes liver problems? answers (6446)

A: The liver is a vital organ that plays an important part in the digestive process. It can be affected by a number of diseases and conditions. Lesions, damaged areas on the liver, can be classified as either benign or cancerous. Benign lesions can be the result of hemangiomas and focal nodular hyperplasia, among other conditions. Cancerous lesions are the result of the uncontrolled growth of cancer cells in and on the liver.. Doctors suspect that focal nodular hyperplasia (FNH) may be caused by a defect in the way the veins and arteries are formed within the liver. This is the second most common type of liver lesion. They may be present for years without causing any...

A: i think it is caused because of excessive use of acohol this is so written in my book Bunches of things. Unless she was a serious alcoholic by the time she was 6 chances that is not the cause. But in case, Try Vitamin C therapy. A few years ago a cancer specialist came out with a paper that said the best cancer/infection fighter found to date was Interferon. At the time it was $15,000 a gram. The paper also said that Interferon was a by-product of the natural breakdown of Vitamin C in your body. Shortly after that the FDA tried to make Vitamin C by prescription only. Guess why? The FDA has the RDA for Vitamin C set at 64 mg a day, just enough to ward off scurvy. Linus Pauling, who got a Nobel Prize for his work with Vitamin C and a second Nobel Prize for Organic Chemistry, said that 1000...

A: You typed terminafine, but did you mean Lamisil (terbinafine)? It is very common for this medication to be prescribed for three months, and although there are no dosage adjustments recommended for liver disease, it is recommended that LFTs (liver function tests) be checked if the medication is used for over six weeks. You should discuss this with your doctor to see what he/she would like to do. For more information on medications, visit http://www.everydayhealth.com/drugs/ Patti Brown, PharmD...

A: There are any number of things that can cause an increase in liver function: alcohol consumption medication toxification, chemical exposure to things like carbon tetrachloride(as an example) viral infections biliary obstruction hereditary conditions, auto immune disease metabolic problems and several others This will require further testing and blood work most likely to determine the exact cause.. If you are an avid drinker or are on certain medications, be sure your doctor is aware of this....

A: I don''t think it would but I know people who swear they do not smoke crack and do not realize that others mixed it in with the pot. So who knows what you be smoking if somebody mixed other stuff in with it. TeenHealthFX - answers - Marijuana & Elevated liver Enzymes Quote:...

A: 25 Jul 2011 It shouldn''t as long as you follow the labels recommendations. Be sure you space doses at least 4 hours apart and take no more than 4000mg in a 24 hour period, 3000mg if you consume alcohol at all. One dose of 2 ES tabs =1000mg. Votes:+2CommentVote upReport Eve54 25 Jul 2011xtra strenght tylenol is 650mgs each and i take up to 4 a day so should i worry? my dr knows i take that much she just said not to take more than 8or 10 a day which i dont. usually i can get away with just 2 xtra strength tylenol a day. thanx DzooBaby 26 Jul 2011Tylenol Extra Strength is 500mg. There is a Tylenol Arthritis ER (or extended relief) that is 650mg. These are a bit different from Tylenol Extra Strength. Check your label. You should not take more than 1000mg of acetaminophen in one dose and no...

A: 10 Jun 2011 Are you asking if the antibiotic is responsible for liver or kidney problems? It would depend on the individual & circumsrances. Your doctor would be the person with which to discuss these problems as you have not supplied enough information for anyone to make a correct comment. ... Votes:+1CommentVote upReport LaurieShay10 Jun 2011 Hey vettelady, It is difficult to say whether your liver problem is from the Levaquin. The literature concerning this medication does point out the following: Hepatotoxicity Post-marketing reports of severe hepatotoxicity (including acute hepatitis and fatal events) have been received for patients treated with Levaquin®. No evidence of serious drug-associated...

A: As the body''s largest organ, the liver plays a very important role in the detoxification process of the human body, eliminating poisons and toxins. The liver also plays an important role in the body’s metabolism, among other critical functions. Being such a vital organ, proper care for it is imperative for overall health. While the liver is durable and regenerative, it is quite possible for ti succumb to disease and disorders. Common liver problems result from hepatitis, cirrhosis and alcoholism. Without proper care and nutrition, the liver can experience functional difficulties and even shut down. Should it shut down completely, liver...

A: Treatments for liver problem symptoms vary based on the type of liver issue and the individual patient. liver diseases can cause a whole range of symptoms, so treatments can include everything from over the counter medications to surgery. Common complaints from liver patients include digestive upset, yellowing of the eyes and skin, and abdominal pain. Treatments can include pain relief medications, digestive aids, diet changes, and more drastic measures like steroids and surgery to treat the underlying condition itself. The liver is the body''s largest organ and controls a variety of functions in the body. It aids in everything from digestion to reproduction,...

A: As the body`s largest organ, the liver plays a very important role in the detoxification process of the human body, eliminating poisons and toxins. The liver also plays an important role in the body’s metabolism, among other critical functions. Being such a vital organ, proper care for it is imperative for overall health.. While the liver is durable and regenerative, it is quite possible for ti succumb to disease and disorders. Common liver problems result from hepatitis, cirrhosis and alcoholism. Without proper care and nutrition, the liver can experience functional difficulties and even shut down. Should it shut down completely, liver...