Fatty liver is a condition where excessive fat is built in the liver. It commonly affects people who are overweight or obese. Here are a few warning signs that may appear on the face if you are suffering from it. Tap to read.
Itching
Fatty liver can cause itching on the face as well as on the body. This is because of the extra bile salt secreted by the liver.
Puffiness
This disease affects the liver’s ability to balance protein, creating fluid retention in the body. Hence, the puffiness or swelling on the face, ankle, and feet.
Rashes around mouth
Fatty liver disease does not allow certain nutrients to absorb into the skin such as zinc, vitamins A, D, E, and B causing rashes.
Jaundice
Severe fatty liver impairs the ability to break down bilirubin (a yellowish substance formed when old red blood cells die), making the skin and whites of our eyes appear yellow.
Rosacea
Though all rosacea is not a sign of fatty liver, unexpected redness of the face, nose, or forehead can be a symptom of it.
Neck Crease Darkness
Fatty liver leads to insulin retention in the body, making it hard for the body to use it effectively, causing darkened skin in areas like the neck.
Spider Veins
These are blood vessels underneath the skin that appear red, purple, and blue on the face and neck. They appear when blood vessels are damaged due to fatty liver.
Information Credits
This information is sourced from WebMD. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional.