Nausea or Vomiting
When a person has nausea as a liver disease symptom, it can be difficult to distinguish between what is normal sickness from what could be a sign of something more serious. Nausea itself is not a disease; rather, it indicates that the body needs help balancing itself. Many people experience nausea as an indication that their bodies are trying to eliminate something from within them (in this case, you might find that you have diarrhea along with nausea). There are two types of common nausea: short-term nausea occurs during an episode of vomiting or diarrhea; chronic nausea is persistent throughout the day and may last for days.
In rare cases, nausea may be a symptom if there is some sort of blockage in the bile ducts. The liver produces bile, which is what helps break down fat and also helps digest food. The bile then travels through the gallbladder and into the small intestine via the ducts, where it breaks down food. If there is a blockage in any part of this process, it can cause strong feelings of nausea and even vomiting. If this happens, you should get checked out by your doctor right away.
A person with nausea should consult their doctor as soon as possible because other liver disease symptoms may present. The sooner doctors can identify the cause of your liver disease symptoms and start treating you, the better your chances are of avoiding more serious problems.
