Hepatomegaly
Alternate Names : Hepatosplenomegaly, Enlarged liver, Liver enlargement
Call your Health Care Provider if
This condition is usually discovered by a health care provider. You may not be aware of the liver or spleen swelling.
What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
The doctor will examine you and ask questions such as: - Did you notice a fullness or lump in the abdomen?
- What other symptoms do you have?
- Is there any abdominal pain?
- Is there any yellowing of the skin (jaundice)?
- Is there any vomiting?
- Is there any unusual-colored or pale-colored stools?
- Have you had any fever?
- What medications are you taking?
- How much alcohol do you drink?
Tests to determine the cause of the hepatomegaly vary, depending on the suspected cause, but may include: - Abdominal x-ray
- Ultrasound of the liver (must be done to confirm the condition if the doctor thinks your liver feels enlarged during a physical exam)
- CT scan of the abdomen
- Liver function tests, including blood clotting tests
- Other tests for suspected causes
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