Liver Cancer
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Risk Factors
- chronic viral hepatitis (B and C)
- excessive alcohol consumption
- Obesity
- type 2 diabetes
- exposure to certain toxins like aflatoxins
- conditions like hemochromatosis
- Wilson's disease
- alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
Common Age Group
- Liver cancer is most commonly diagnosed in people over the age of 60, with the highest rates typically observed in the 60-69 age group.
5-Year Survival Rate20%
Overview
Liver cancer starts in the liver and is commonly linked to hepatitis or alcohol abuse.
Common Symptoms
- Abdominal pain
- Jaundice
- Unexplained weight loss
Treatment Options
- Liver transplant
- Surgery
- Chemotherapy