Moving on to Number 11, we have “Sleep Disturbances”.
Sleep disturbances often trouble those with liver damage. These disruptions worsen as liver disease progresses, leading to a cycle of poor sleep and declining health. You may find yourself unable to sleep due to the discomfort caused by symptoms such as swelling in the abdomen or mental changes associated with hepatic encephalopathy.
Coming into Number 10, is “Loss of Weight & Muscle Wasting”.
When your liver isn’t working properly, it can cause malnutrition. This usually begins with a decreased appetite or frequent nausea, leading to weight loss. For people with cirrhosis, a poor appetite and diet can greatly contribute to muscle wasting (sarcopenia), a decline in muscle mass and strength. They may experience accelerated starvation, where 10 hours of fasting affects them as much as three days of starvation would affect a healthy person.
