See
if the patient has discoloration of skin. The skin and eyes acquire a
yellowish tinge and the urine turns dark yellow. It is called jaundice
and this is considered to be the primary sign of liver disease.
Track
the patient's diet. Loss of appetite leading to weight loss is
indicative of liver dysfunction. The patient may become anemic and have
a nauseating feeling.
Check for light colored stools as it indicates the beginning of liver disorder. A liver patient may also complain of irritable bowels or irregular bowel movements.
Find
out if there is distended abdomen. Swelling under the right lower ribs
is a common complaint of liver patients. It can put severe pressure on
the diaphragm that results in painful breathing.
Examine the shape and appearance of the nails. Curved and whitish look of nails also suggests a liver problem.
Notice nose bleeding and easy bruises as it shows liver abnormality and deficiency of proteins.
Test for polydipsia and polyuria-excessive thirst and frequent urination can occur in case of a liver disease.
Frequent headaches, dizziness, spasms, irritability, depression and so on are also indicative of liver problem.