One of the most crucial organs is the liver. Numerous body systems are impacted by its dysfunction. Liver issues typically arise covertly. However, there are several signs and symptoms of liver disease. One of them is especially peculiar.
Liver disease has many causes. Most common are excessive alcohol use, smoking, and a diet high in sugar, salt, and fried foods. Certain medications and viral diseases burden the liver. Liver disease is also genetic.
Cirrhosis is the deadliest liver disease. Genetic and viral (e.g. hepatitis C ). Cirrhosis may result from the above-mentioned factors burdening the liver. Advanced heart failure patients also have it. Cirrhosis causes muscle spasms.
This unusual symptom may indicate liver disease
Because the liver doesn’t hurt, liver diseases can develop without symptoms for years. Our body sends unusual signals that indicate disease. Muscle cramps are a symptom of liver disease. They’re nocturnal. They affect the limbs, feet, and abdomen.
Studies have shown that muscle cramps occur in 22%-88% of patients with liver disease. Much more often, as much as 31%, cramps occur in people with cirrhosis than in other liver diseases.
Uncertain pathophysiological events in liver disease may contribute to cramps. Changes in the nervous system, energy metabolism, plasma volume, and electrolyte levels are examples of these.
Frequency and severity of contractions can affect patients’ quality of life. Despite being linked to liver disease, muscle spasms’ pathogenesis and treatment are unknown.
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