Hepatoma

Hepatoma is a type of cancer that starts in the liver. It is the most common type of cancer that originates in the liver. Hepatoma is caused by
• Sever scarring of the liver (long term cirrhosis of the liver)
• Chronic infection with hepatitis B
• Chronic infection with hepatitis C
• Food fungi

The usually observed symptoms are
• Weight loss
• Abdominal pain
• Big lump that can be felt in the upper right portion of the abdomen
People who are suffering from cirrhosis for a long time may experience
• Fever
• Suddenly falling ill
• Sudden abdominal pain
• Shock caused due to bleeding of the tumor