Blood moles, yellow urine, and frequent farting are signs of liver problems? Don’t be misled by these rumors!

The liver is an important organ in the human body, responsible for detoxification, synthesis, storage and other functions. However, the signs of liver problems on the Internet are confusing. Today, we will debunk these rumors one by one and teach you how to protect your liver properly.

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Rumor 1: If you have a blood mole on your body, there must be something wrong with your liver?

Blood moles are actually red moles, which are formed by the dilation of capillaries under the skin and mucous membranes. The probability of blood moles increasing with age, but in most cases no treatment is required.

The only thing you need to be wary of is spider nevi, which usually appear on the surface of the skin and are red, purple or blue, with a dot in the center and tiny radiating blood vessels around it, looking like a spider web. If you find yourself with such a mole, it is best to see a doctor in time, because spider nevi may be a manifestation of abnormal liver function.

Rumor 2: If morning urine is yellow, there must be something wrong with the liver?

It is normal for morning urine to be yellowish in color, because less water is consumed at night and the urine is concentrated. In addition, certain medications, vitamins, or urinary tract infections may also cause changes in urine color. Therefore, yellow morning urine alone cannot be used to determine that there is a problem with the liver. If yellow urine, yellowing of the whites of the eyes and skin, or other discomfort symptoms persist, it is recommended to go to the hospital for further examination.

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Rumor 3: If you fart frequently, there must be something wrong with your liver?

Farting is a normal part of the digestive system and has little to do with the liver. More often than not, farting is related to how much and what you eat. If you feel that you fart frequently and are accompanied by other uncomfortable symptoms, you can consult a doctor to see if there are other digestive system problems.

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Rumor 4: If you get acne repeatedly, there must be something wrong with your liver?

There are many reasons for acne, including infection, inflammation, endocrine, etc.

Although poor liver function may affect skin condition, acne is more related to these factors. If you often get acne, it is recommended to start with diet, work and rest, etc., and maintain good living habits.

Rumor 5: Poor sleep and irritability must mean there is something wrong with your liver?

Poor sleep quality and mood swings can be caused by a variety of factors, such as stress, anxiety, physical discomfort, etc. Although poor liver function may affect sleep and mood, these symptoms alone cannot be used to determine whether the liver is healthy.

The right way to protect your liver

1. Stop drinking and limit alcohol intake

Alcohol is the number one killer of liver health. Long-term drinking can lead to fatty liver, hepatitis and even cirrhosis. Alcohol produces harmful substances during liver metabolism, which directly damage liver cells.

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Even if you have a good alcohol tolerance, you cannot ignore the potential harm of alcohol to the liver. Try not to drink or drink less to protect your liver from damage.

2. Keep a regular schedule

Staying up late will disrupt the body's metabolic environment and affect the normal function of the liver. Staying up late for a long time will lead to metabolic disorders, increase the burden on the liver, and cause obesity, insulin resistance and other problems. Try to maintain a regular schedule and ensure adequate sleep to help the liver recover and repair.

3. Rational use of drugs

Drug-induced liver injury is a common adverse drug reaction. Many drugs, such as cardiovascular drugs, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, etc., may cause damage to the liver. Do not abuse drugs on your own, especially health products and traditional Chinese medicine. Take drugs according to doctor's advice, check liver function regularly, and ensure the safety of drugs.

4. Eat Healthy

A diet high in fat, sugar, and salt can easily lead to obesity and fatty liver. Long-term fatty liver may develop into non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and further develop into liver fibrosis and cirrhosis. It is recommended to eat more vegetables and fruits, eat less greasy food, and maintain a balanced diet.

5. Avoid contact with harmful substances

Smoking not only affects lung health, but also increases the burden on the liver and increases the risk of liver cancer. In addition, avoid eating spoiled and moldy foods, which contain aflatoxin, which is extremely harmful to the liver.

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Finally, avoid sharing personal items such as razors and toothbrushes with people infected with the hepatitis virus to prevent the spread of the hepatitis virus.

The above are Dr. Zeqiao’s health headlines. See you tomorrow!

References

[1] Chinese Medical Association, Chinese Medical Association Journal, Chinese Society of Gastroenterology, etc. Primary diagnosis and treatment guidelines for alcoholic liver disease (2019). Journal of Clinical Hepatobiliary Diseases, Vol. 37, No. 1, January 2021

[2] Chunyan Hu, Yi Zhang, Shuangyuan Wang, etc. Association of bedtime with the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease among middle-aged and elderly Chinese adults with pre-diabetes and diabetes. Diabetes Metab Res Rev. 2020;36:e3322