Hepatic insufficiency, called liver failure, occurs either suddenly (acute) or gradually (chronic). The following factors can contribute to an adverse drug reaction, excessive Acetaminophen or Paracetamol use, hepatitis infection, alcoholism, and severe fatty liver. Liver failure is characterized by stomach pain, swelling, and jaundice, a yellowing of the skin and eyes. Medication, dietary modifications, and possibly a liver transplant are available as treatments.
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What causes a swollen ankle to turn dark red?
Query: Hi doctor, My father is 77 years old. He is suffering from swollen ankles. His redness on the swollen area has turned into dark red. He is not diabetic. He had a stroke before few years and he has undergone a liver operation due to cancer eight years back. He does not have fever, chills, or dizzi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your father is having cellulitis or joint effusion due to hepatic insufficiency. If his limbs are warm, then it shows cellulitis and so it needs immediate treatment. If his limbs are cold in the affected area without fever, then it can be due to eczema or purpura, or ra... Read Full »
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