"Have you noticed those little secrets hidden in the corners of your skin?", Aunt Li asked her old friend Uncle Zhang mysteriously, gesturing a small black mole on her neck.
Uncle Zhang was slightly stunned, and then replied with a smile: "Isn't that the mark of time? At our age, who doesn't have a few moles!" Aunt Li shook her head, her eyes became serious: "Don't take it seriously, I recently read an article saying that it is some special moles, it may be that the liver is quietly calling for help!"
As soon as these words came out, the smile on Uncle Zhang's face instantly froze, and the neighbors who were exercising in the morning also cast curious glances. "How is it possible? Moles can be linked to liver disease?"
01. Special moles and liver health
Moles: a barometer of the internal environment Moles are usually produced by the accumulation of melanocytes in the skin and are a relatively common skin phenomenon. When a large number of moles appear in a short period of time, especially on the neck, armpits, etc., accompanied by symptoms such as dry hair and yellowish skin, it may be a sign of abnormal liver function.
The liver is responsible for maintaining normal blood circulation. When liver function is impaired, such as hepatitis, cirrhosis and other lesions, it may lead to obstruction of blood circulation and the accumulation of toxins in the body, thereby affecting the normal metabolism of melanin and inducing an abnormal increase in moles.
Spider nevi: a warning light of estrogen fluctuations Spider nevi are named because they have a small red dot in the center of their morphology that radiates small blood vessels around them, resembling a spider. The appearance of such moles is often associated with an abnormally high level of estrogen in the body.
The liver plays a key role in the hormone balance in the body, and when liver diseases such as acute hepatitis and cirrhosis occur, its ability to metabolize estrogen will be affected, resulting in an increase in the concentration of estrogen in the blood, which in turn stimulates skin telangiectasia and forms spider angiomas.
Spider angiomatas sometimes resolve on their own, but if they persist or are accompanied by other symptoms of liver disease, they should be seen as a sign that there may be a problem with the liver, and you should see your doctor for testing.
Red nevi: A wake-up call for a lipodystrophy Red nevus appear as small red or dark red dots on the surface of the skin, commonly found on the face, back, and chest and neck. These types of moles are especially common in people with liver diseases such as fatty liver, cirrhosis, cholecystitis, etc.
Their appearance reflects an abnormal dilation of capillaries, which is usually caused by an overload of the liver and dysfunction of fat metabolism. The liver plays a central role in fat metabolism.
When its function is impaired, it is unable to effectively process and remove excess fat from the body, resulting in the accumulation of fat in the liver or other tissues, which in turn induces or exacerbates diseases such as fatty liver. The increase of red blood nevi can be regarded as an external manifestation of the imbalance of liver fat metabolism and the increase of liver burden.
02. Coping strategies for special moles
Regular self-examination: Develop the habit of regularly self-examining your skin, paying attention to the number, location, size, shape, and color changes of moles, as well as whether there are symptoms such as pain, itching, and bleeding.
Professional diagnosis: Once the mole is found to have abnormal changes, such as increased in a short period of time, darkening of color, change in shape, or accompanied by other uncomfortable symptoms (such as fatigue, loss of appetite, jaundice, etc.), you should seek professional medical help immediately.
Dietary Conditioning and Lifestyle Changes Dietary Conditioning: Optimize the dietary structure, reduce the intake of high-fat, high-sugar, and high-calorie foods, and increase foods rich in vitamins, dietary fiber, and amino acids.
Sun protection: Wear sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses when you go out to reduce direct UV exposure to prevent moles from increasing or deepening due to UV irritation.
Regular work and rest: Getting enough sleep and avoiding staying up late can help the liver repair itself effectively at night.
The presence of specific moles is not an isolated phenomenon and may be closely linked to liver health. We need to take a proactive response strategy to these "mole words", and once we find an abnormality, we should not hesitate to seek professional medical help to determine the cause through scientific diagnosis.
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