3 signs of fatty liver appear on hands and arms

High-carb diets, uncontrolled weight gain and sedentary lifestyles have made fatty liver disease increasingly common. This is often considered a 'silent disease' because it rarely shows symptoms in the early stages.

The liver performs important functions such as filtering toxins, producing bile, and regulating metabolism. As fatty liver disease progresses, symptoms begin to appear in the body, especially changes in the hands and arms, according to the health website Healthline (USA).

Palmar erythema is a warning sign that liver metabolism is having problems.

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Warning signs of fatty liver disease expressed through the hands and arms include:

Dark or gray-black skin on hands and arms

A less-noticed sign of fatty liver is hyperpigmentation, which causes some areas of the skin to become darker than normal. People with chronic liver disease may develop gray or black patches of skin, especially on the hands, knuckles, or forearms. This is because the liver is no longer able to filter toxins effectively, leading to hormonal imbalances and a buildup of metabolic waste in the blood.

To cope, people with the disease need to adopt a healthy diet, exercise regularly and control their weight. Skin lightening products are only cosmetic support and do not address the root cause of the liver.

Palmar erythema

Palmar erythema is a condition in which the skin on the palms of the hands becomes red, especially at the base of the thumb and little finger. This is due to poor liver metabolism, which leads to changes in blood flow and hormonal disorders, especially estrogen. People with this symptom should have their liver function checked if they have fatigue, bloating or jaundice.

There is no direct treatment for palmar erythema. The best way to improve liver function is to lose weight, abstain from alcohol, control blood sugar and exercise regularly.

Fatty liver can dilate small blood vessels

People with fatty liver may also experience small blood vessels that become dilated and visible under the skin, forming a spider web pattern. This condition is often seen on the arms, upper chest, and sometimes the face. This is a typical sign of chronic liver disease, often due to high levels of the hormone estrogen in the blood when the liver loses its ability to metabolize hormones.

Patients need to see a doctor for timely examination and intervention. As the liver condition improves, the capillaries will begin to fade, according to Healthline .

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