Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is linked to several liver issues due to chronic systemic inflammation. Here are the key points:
1. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
- Excess fat buildup in the liver not caused by alcohol
- More common in people with HS.
- Symptoms: Often asymptomatic but can cause fatigue Show Full Answer
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is linked to several liver issues due to chronic systemic inflammation. Here are the key points:
1. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
- Excess fat buildup in the liver not caused by alcohol.
- More common in people with HS.
- Symptoms: Often asymptomatic but can cause fatigue and right-side abdominal pain.
2. Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
- Develops from heavy alcohol use.
- People with HS have an increased risk of developing this condition.
- Symptoms: Fatigue and discomfort in the right side of the abdomen.
3. Hepatitis B
- Viral liver infection, can be chronic.
- People with HS have a 48% increased risk.
- Symptoms: Jaundice, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting.
Prevention and Monitoring:
- Regular exercise, healthy diet, quitting smoking, and getting vaccinated against hepatitis B.
- Regular liver function tests and monitoring by a doctor.
Symptoms of Liver Dysfunction:
- Jaundice, itchiness, stomach pain and swelling, nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, dark urine, light-colored stool, and fatigue.
If you experience any of these symptoms, it's important to speak with a doctor.
July 8