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These visible signs may be hiding liver disease

Visible signs that can occur with liver disease Liver disease can develop quietly, so visible changes aren’t diagnostic by themselves. Some signs become more noticeable when liver function is significantly affected. Yellow skin or eyes (jaundice): Caused by increased bilirubin and is one of the best-known signs of liver or bile-duct problems. Swelling of the …

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Weak or Brittle Nails: What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You

Weak or brittle nails: what they may indicate Brittle, splitting, or peeling nails are very common and often aren’t a sign of a serious disease. They can result from repeated wetting and drying, frequent handwashing, nail polish/remover, detergents, or simply aging. Possible causes Frequent water exposure or chemicals: Repeated washing, cleaning products, and acetone can dry and weaken nails. Nail trauma: Picking, biting, filing aggressively, or removing artificial nails can damage the …

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15 Hidden Atorvastatin Side Effects Your Doctor May Not Have Time to Mention (But You Deserve to Know Before Your Next Refill)

Atorvastatin: 15 side effects worth knowing The headline “15 hidden side effects your doctor may not have time to mention” makes atorvastatin sound unusually dangerous. The evidence is more nuanced: atorvastatin is widely used to lower LDL cholesterol and reduce cardiovascular events, and most people tolerate it well. It nevertheless has potential adverse effects and important drug interactions. Nnhs.uk+1 Here are 15 things to know: Muscle aches or soreness — a recognized possible side effect. Muscle weakness …

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Alert! 8 Drugs That Cause Serious Dementia

The headline “8 drugs that cause serious dementia” is too strong. There isn’t a proven list of eight medications that simply cause dementia. However, some medications can cause confusion or cognitive impairment, and prolonged exposure to certain drug classes—particularly those with strong anticholinergic effects—has been associated with an increased risk of dementia in observational research. …