Skin Changes

Fact: Spider angiomas, also known as spider veins or spider nevi, are small, spider-like blood vessels that may appear on the skin due to liver damage. They are typically seen on the face, neck, shoulders, and upper chest.

Hormonal shifts resulting from liver damage can lead to the expansion of small blood vessels, leading to visible spider veins, particularly on the face and torso. Frequent signs also include blotchy redness on the face, palms, and feet. This could be due to changes in hormone levels, nutrient deficiencies, or an increase in vascular system pressure. In more severe cases of liver damage, the skin may appear yellow, a condition known as jaundice. This occurs when the waste product, bilirubin, accumulates instead of being processed by the liver. Persistent high bilirubin levels could indicate acute or advanced liver disease.