There are many parts of your body that contribute to your digestive system, and that includes your liver. But your liver does more than just help you metabolize your latest meal in Westchester County, Yonkers, White Plains, New Rochelle, Bronxville, and the surrounding areas, it can help with immunity, detoxification, and other processes. At Gastroenterology of Hudson Valley, we can help develop a personalized care plan for you and your liver. Our team provides ongoing monitoring, follow-up care, and lifestyle recommendations to support liver health and prevent future complications. Contact us today to learn more about taking the best care of your liver and overall health as well.
Signs of Possible Liver Disease
Your liver is an important organ and one that is impossible to live without. It helps to filter your blood, provides bile for the breakdown of food for nutrients, and generally helps to provide your body with the immunity against diseases and other nasties. So, it is important to pay attention to some of the signs that you might have liver disease. A general feeling of being unwell, including headaches, skin problems, and fatigue can all point to your live not filtering out toxins from your body.
If you are experiencing confusion as well as disorientation, this might also be a byproduct of your liver not functioning properly with the removal of toxins. Fluid retention can be another sign that your liver is potentially diseased, along with darker than normal urine and a white stool. While there may be several reasons for liver disease, a common one is from excess alcohol consumption that forces the liver to filter out the alcohol from your body.
Your Bad Liver Can Be Made Better
The good news is that your liver is able to be rehabilitated and recover. Much can be reversed with the proper diet and abstaining from various toxins like alcohol. For other issues, our team can help with this healing with the right therapies to deal with Hepatitis B and C. We will work with you for ongoing management to ensure that the treatments are working and to adjust things to your personal needs regarding treatment.
A hepatologist is your best friend when dealing with fatty liver disease, Hepatitis B and C, or other liver issues that you may be dealing with in Westchester County, Yonkers, White Plains, New Rochelle, Bronxville, and the surrounding areas. If you feel that you are having issues with your liver, contact us at Gastroenterology of Hudson Valley today to schedule an appointment. Once we know what is happening, we can devise a personalized treatment.