In addition to poor oral hygiene, oral health can help identify various conditions, including fatty liver disease.
It is believed that one in four adults suffer from non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and most are unaware of the presence of this condition. Unfortunately, fatty liver disease is often not alarming until advanced stages, leaving patients in the dark.
There are some telltale signs to be aware of, and your mouth may contain clues.
Fatty liver disease is caused by the accumulation of fat in the liver cells. This accumulation can eventually lead to inflammation and damage to the liver.
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“Fatty liver disease can cause symptoms in the mouth because fatty deposits in the liver interfere with its ability to produce clotting factors, leading to swollen and bleeding gums.”
But your gums aren't the only part of your mouth that can sound the alarm.
“From the color of your lips to the smell of your breath, these are key signs of liver disease that can appear in your mouth.”
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According to the doctor, the warning signs are:
- Discolored or pale lips and gums – damage to the liver can lead to anemia
- Bleeding, swollen gums – this can be caused by a lack of clotting factors produced by the liver
- Redden tongue – toxins that the liver cannot process get into the bloodstream and can change the appearance and moisture of the tongue
- Bad breath – this is due to the fact that the liver cannot properly neutralize chemicals in the body in a way
- Dry mouth – decreased saliva production can occur when liver disease impairs digestion.
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