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The increase in the size of the liver happens gradually due to various factors. Some of them are glandular fevers, hepatitis, malaria, liver abscesses and even more serious causes such as leukemia and lymphomas. When the enlargement of the liver occurs, there is an obstruction in breathing as the expanded liver pushes against the wall of the diaphragm and interferes with the respiratory canal. The irritation can cause coughing.

Liver enlargement needs prompt medical attention. The cause of the hepatic enlargement should be identified and treatment should be started accordingly. Hepatitis is caused by a virus and can be categorized into acute and chronic. If the Hepatitis continues for more than six months it is termed as Chronic Hepatitis.

Symptoms of liver enlargement:

Ascites, a disorder usually associated with serious kidney problems. It occurs when fluid builds up in the peritoneal cavity, which is the area between the abdominal lining and the organs in the abdomen.

Cholestasis, a condition in which the flow of bile from the liver through the bile ducts is obstructed.

Chicory :Chicory is one of the most useful herbs in treatment of liver problems. Almost all parts of the herb are important - flowers, seeds and roots. The juice of the chicory plant promotes the secretion of the bile. Hence it is used in different ways in treating liver problems such as bilary stasis, sluggishness of the liver, bile obstruction, jaundice and enlargement of the spleen.

Liver problem are caused by viruses and chemicals such as alcohol that subsequently leads to serious complications and are sometimes inherited. Any person diagnose with liver disease is placed on special diet in other to protect and allow the liver to perform its function without over working it. The liver is where any medicine or supplements that we consume are further broken down. This liver condition includes hepatitis A, B, C, cirrhosis and abscesses.

Hepatocellular carcinoma is most commonly seen in individuals who have developed cirrhosis which is the scarring of the liver that is caused from the damage done by various diseases and conditions. The most common cause of cirrhosis in the United States is the abuse of alcohol or alcoholism. The excess consumption of alcohol causes the normal tissues of the liver to be destroyed and replaced by scar tissue.

Herbs are also effective supplements for your liver cleansing. Research showed that a healthy way to help build up liver tissues and improve bile flow and production is through herbal cleansing program. Turmeric- This is also known as the ayuryedic herb. This acts as anti-oxygen for natural cleansing of the liver and helps in regular production and flow of the bile. It also contains curcumin that acts in bile production and helps eliminate gallstones.

The liver also regulates the blood level of amino acids. When the blood contains too high a level of amino acids, the liver converts some of them into glucose, some into proteins, some into other amino acids, and some into urea, which is passed to the kidney for excretion as urine. Along with the kidneys, the liver acts to clear the blood of drugs and poisonous substances.