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Why You Need a Liver Doctor

Proper liver function is critically important to overall health and quality of life. So when you have a malfunctioning liver, you may be suffering from some kind of liver disease, such as:


  • Bile duct obstruction
  • Autoimmune liver disease
  • Liver cirrhosis
  • Budd-Chiari syndrome
  • Hepatitis
  • Genetic liver diseases
  • Congenital bile duct abnormalities
  • Liver failure
  • Liver cancer


Liver diseases result in liver damage and lower the ability of the liver to do its crucial functions. This is why an accurate and early diagnosis and proper treatment here at Digestive and Liver Center of Florida from your liver doctor in our Orlando, FL, Kissimmee, FL, Sanford, FL, Oviedo, FL, or Ocoee, FL, is very crucial.


When to See a Liver Doctor or Hepatologist

Liver disease symptoms could differ based on which disease you have and your individual factors. Likewise, it's early warning signs are usually not specific and could easily be confused with warning signs of other various conditions like indigestion, chronic fatigue syndrome, or gastroenteritis. These early warning signs could include:


  • Jaundice, which is yellowing of the eyeballs and skin
  • Fatigue
  • Abdominal pain
  • Itchy skin
  • Flu-like symptoms, including sore throat, fever, fatigue, cough, headache, and general pain
  • Diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea
  • Malaise
  • Weight loss
  • Weakness
  • Poor appetite


If you’re experiencing these symptoms, get yourself checked out by a liver doctor in our Orlando, FL, Kissimmee, FL, Sanford, FL, Oviedo, FL, or Ocoee, FL, office as soon as possible.


When to Seek Emergency Care for Liver Disease

Advanced liver disease symptoms could indicate more serious and potentially life-threatening complications, including esophageal varices, portal hypertension, or liver failure. With this in mind, get emergency medical attention if you’re experiencing these symptoms:


  • Bleeding, including rectal bleeding or vomiting blood
  • Ascites, which is swelling and fluid buildup in the abdomen
  • Jaundice
  • Edema
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
  • Poor cognitive function
  • Shakiness or muscle tremors
  • Change in alertness or level of consciousness, including being unresponsive or passing out
  • Change in behavior or mental status, including confusion, lethargy, delirium, delusions, or hallucinations


These liver disease complications are extremely serious and potentially fatal if they progress to liver failure. This means that prompt diagnosis is vital to try and prevent these complications from advancing. Likewise, depending on your specific condition, you might be able to lower your risk of developing these serious complications by working closely with your liver doctor and following your treatment plan.


Are You Having Issues With Your Liver? We Can Help

Arrange a consultation here at Digestive and Liver Center of Florida with your liver doctor in our Orlando, FL, Kissimmee, FL, Sanford, FL, Oviedo, FL, or Ocoee, FL, office by calling (407) 384-7388.

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For Kissimmee, West Orlando and Sanford Location: Please call our office for dates and times we will be at this location.

Orlando Office

Monday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-12:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

Downtown Orlando

Monday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed