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Obtaining the history is an important aspect of making a diagnosis of liver mass. Complete history will help determine the likelihood of malignancy, and the association with other conditions. Specific symptoms description such as duration, onset, and progression are important for making the diagnosis. Specific areas of focus when obtaining the history, are outlined below:<ref name="pmid22541698">{{cite journal |vauthors=Bonder A, Afdhal N |title=Evaluation of liver lesions |journal=Clin Liver Dis |volume=16 |issue=2 |pages=271–83 |year=2012 |pmid=22541698 |doi=10.1016/j.cld.2012.03.001 |url=}}</ref> | Obtaining the history is an important aspect of making a diagnosis of liver mass. Complete history will help determine the likelihood of malignancy, and the association with other conditions. Specific symptoms description such as duration, onset, and progression are important for making the diagnosis. Specific areas of focus when obtaining the history, are outlined below:<ref name="pmid22541698">{{cite journal |vauthors=Bonder A, Afdhal N |title=Evaluation of liver lesions |journal=Clin Liver Dis |volume=16 |issue=2 |pages=271–83 |year=2012 |pmid=22541698 |doi=10.1016/j.cld.2012.03.001 |url=}}</ref> | ||
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==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
*In most cases, liver masses are [[asymptomatic]] and are usually found incidentally. | *In most cases, liver masses are [[asymptomatic]] and are usually found incidentally. | ||
*The hallmark symptoms of liver mass, may include | *The hallmark symptoms of liver mass, may include right upper quadrant abdominal pain, pruritus, and unintentional weight loss. | ||
*Other symptoms that suggest liver mass, include:<ref name="pmid14765767">{{cite journal |vauthors=Roche SP, Kobos R |title=Jaundice in the adult patient |journal=Am Fam Physician |volume=69 |issue=2 |pages=299–304 |year=2004 |pmid=14765767 |doi= |url=}}</ref> | *Other symptoms that suggest liver mass, include:<ref name="pmid14765767">{{cite journal |vauthors=Roche SP, Kobos R |title=Jaundice in the adult patient |journal=Am Fam Physician |volume=69 |issue=2 |pages=299–304 |year=2004 |pmid=14765767 |doi= |url=}}</ref> | ||
*[[Abdominal pain]] | **[[Abdominal pain]] | ||
**Dull pain | ***Dull pain | ||
**Pain radiating to the right scapular area or right shoulder | ***Pain radiating to the right scapular area or right shoulder | ||
*[[Cachexia]] | **[[Cachexia]] | ||
*[[Fatigue]] | **[[Fatigue]] | ||
*Loss of [[appetite]] or [[anorexia]] | **Loss of [[appetite]] or [[anorexia]] | ||
*[[Chest pain]] | **[[Chest pain]] | ||
*Generalized [[pruritus]] | **Generalized [[pruritus]] | ||
*[[Nausea and vomiting]] | **[[Nausea and vomiting]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [2]
Overview
The hallmark symptoms of liver mass, include: right upper quadrant abdominal pain, pruritus, and unintentional weight loss. However, in some cases, liver masses may be asymptomatic. A positive history of chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, prolonged contraceptive use, and alcohol abuse may be suggestive of a liver mass. Symptoms related with liver mass will vary depending on the size and location of the tumor. Other symptoms of liver mass may also include: loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting.[1][2]
History
Obtaining the history is an important aspect of making a diagnosis of liver mass. Complete history will help determine the likelihood of malignancy, and the association with other conditions. Specific symptoms description such as duration, onset, and progression are important for making the diagnosis. Specific areas of focus when obtaining the history, are outlined below:[2]
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| Personal history |
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| Family history | Positive family history of liver diseases, such as: |
| Past Medical History |
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| Social history | Positive history of smoking/alcohol abuse
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Symptoms
- In most cases, liver masses are asymptomatic and are usually found incidentally.
- The hallmark symptoms of liver mass, may include right upper quadrant abdominal pain, pruritus, and unintentional weight loss.
- Other symptoms that suggest liver mass, include:[1]
- Abdominal pain
- Dull pain
- Pain radiating to the right scapular area or right shoulder
- Cachexia
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite or anorexia
- Chest pain
- Generalized pruritus
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal pain