The unchecked proliferation of cancerous cells in the liver is known as liver cancer. It may be secondary or metastatic (spread from another organ) or primary (start in the liver). About 75% of cases are of the most prevalent kind, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Malignant (cancerous) cells grow out of control in the liver, causing liver cancer, a dangerous illness. Two primary categories are:
1. The liver itself is the site of primary liver cancer.
- About 90 percent of cases are Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC).
- Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer).
Hepatoblastoma in youngsters and angiosarcoma are rare varieties.
2. Metastatic Secondary Lung, breast, colon, and other organs can all be affected by liver cancer.
Symptoms of Liver Cancer (Often Late-Stage Presentation)
Early stages may have no symptoms, but as cancer grows:
- Upper abdominal pain (right side, near liver).
- Unexplained weight loss & loss of appetite.
- Jaundice (yellow skin/eyes, dark urine).
- Swelling (ascites) in the abdomen.
- Nausea, vomiting, fatigue.
- Easy bruising/bleeding (liver dysfunction).
- White, chalky stools (bile duct blockage).
