What is liver cysts?
A liver cyst is a thin-walled cavity in the liver that is a relatively common condition. Liver cysts are normally benign, however they may grow large enough to cause pain, obstruction and infection.
How do members experience liver cysts?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with liver cysts*
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What people are taking for it
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Pain
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Fatigue
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Stress
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Anxious mood
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Abdominal bloating
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for liver cysts*
Who has liver cysts on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 5 | |
| 40s | 12 | |
| 50s | 34 | |
| 60s | 22 | |
| 70+ | 14 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 7 | |
| Female | 83 |