Introduction
The liver is one of the complex and largest organs located below the right lung. It is known for performing more than 500 functions which include synthesis of proteins, blood glucose regulation, bile secretion, breakdown of toxins, aiding in blood clot formation, fighting infections, bile secretion, and many other things. This organ is extremely remarkable for complete regeneration, even if 80% of the liver is removed. In this blog, we are going to understand the prevention tips for liver cancer.
Top tips to reduce the risk of liver cancer
Get a vaccination for hepatitis
- The most common risk of this cancer type is chronic hepatitis infection (hepatitis C and hepatitis B virus). Studies have shown that it contains an oncogenic potential and it is associated with hepatic-carcinogenesis. Research has also shown that people infected with HCV and chronic HBV are at higher risk of getting this cancer.
- Hepatitis can spread from person to person with body fluids with the use of contaminated needles, sexual contact, or during childbirth. However, both these conditions are preventable.
- The technological advancement has helped the patients to get the results. Hepatitis C does not result in much of the symptoms and therefore it is important to undergo screening. Screening is an important part of understanding the situation and preventing other health complications.
Vaccination against hepatitis is the simplest and effective way to reduce or avoid viral-related inflammation in the liver.
Repair your fatty liver
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the build-up of fat in liver cells which are caused due to alcohol. This condition can result in cirrhosis or scarring. This condition can only be found through an ultrasound. Some of the symptoms which can occur are weight loss, jaundice, fatigue, abdominal pain, swollen abdomen, and edema in legs. It might have elevated liver enzymes.
It is important to keep your diet properly and include proteins, fiber, and whole grains. Also, you need to do daily exercise to prevent any type of fatty liver disease.
Limit alcohol consumption
- Alcohol beverages contain components that affect liver health. These bind with the healthy cells which not only damage the DNA but it is the reason for depletion. The most important antioxidant is affected by alcohol consumption.
- Its presence in the body affects the cell cycle, resulting in nutritional deficiency, and affects the immune responses.
- Alcoholic fatty liver or alcoholic hepatitis is characterized by the deposits of fat, in hepatitis cells which can result in inflammation and scarring. It is important to stop the intake of alcohol and prevent cancer risk.
Studies have shown that around 50% of the people are at increased chances of living for the next 5 years by stopping alcohol consumption.
Live longer and a better life
The liver is an important organ. When all the organs in your body are working properly it is going to benefit your health.
