Answers to some of the most common questions about liver cancer, treatment, and how to get involved.
Risk factors include chronic infection with hepatitis B or C, cirrhosis, certain inherited liver diseases, diabetes, fatty liver disease, excessive alcohol consumption, and exposure to aflatoxins.
Symptoms may include unintentional weight loss, loss of appetite, upper abdominal pain, nausea, general weakness, abdominal swelling, jaundice, and white or chalky stools.
Liver cancer is diagnosed using imaging tests such as ultrasound, CT scans, or MRI, blood tests for tumor markers like AFP, and sometimes a liver biopsy.
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common type of primary liver cancer, accounting for about 90% of all cases. It develops in the main type of liver cells called hepatocytes.
Treatment options include surgery, liver transplantation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted oral therapy, radiation therapy, ablation, and embolization. The best treatment depends on the stage of cancer and overall liver health.
Prevention includes getting vaccinated against hepatitis B, avoiding hepatitis C infection, reducing alcohol consumption, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding exposure to aflatoxins.
The hepatitis B vaccine is recognized as the first "anti-cancer" vaccine. It prevents chronic hepatitis B infection — a major cause of liver cancer — significantly reducing the risk of developing it.
If you're at high risk (hepatitis B or C, cirrhosis, or other risk factors), it's recommended to see a doctor at least once a year for screening and monitoring of liver function.
You can volunteer, donate, participate in our events, or spread awareness about liver cancer. Contact us to learn about current opportunities.
We provide resources, counseling, assistance for patients and families, help connecting people with clinical trials and specialists, support groups, and peer mentoring programs.
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