Early Liver Cancer Symptoms: What to Watch For

Early liver cancer often has vague symptoms. Warning signs include:

• Right upper quadrant abdominal pain or discomfort
• Abdominal bloating/swelling
• Unexplained weight loss and appetite loss
• Nausea/vomiting
• Palpable mass in right upper abdomen
• Fatigue, weakness
• Dark urine, pale stools
• Jaundice (yellow skin/eyes)
• Itching
• Leg/ankle edema
• Easy bruising/bleeding
• Low-grade fever
• Persistent indigestion
• Right shoulder pain (referred, advanced)
• Enlarged spleen

These symptoms overlap with many conditions. If persistent, especially in combination, see a doctor for liver function tests and imaging. Early detection improves outcomes.