- Longer bleeding after small cuts
10. Swollen Feet and Ankles
Fluid retention, called edema, commonly affects the lower legs and ankles in advanced liver disease.
This occurs because liver damage interferes with normal fluid balance and circulation.
11. Confusion or “Brain Fog”
As toxins build up in the bloodstream, they may eventually affect the brain.
This condition, known as hepatic encephalopathy, may cause:
- Confusion
- Memory problems
- Poor concentration
- Personality changes
- Sleep disturbances
12. Spider-Like Blood Vessels on the Skin
Small red branching veins sometimes appear on:
- The chest
- The neck
