Can cirrhosis cause shoulder pain?
Generally speaking, patients with cirrhosis do not experience shoulder pain. Cirrhosis can cause abdominal pain, bloating, an increase in abdominal girth, and in severe cases, symptoms such as swelling of the lower limbs, jaundice, dark urine, and yellowing of the sclera may occur. There is also the possibility of hepatic encephalopathy, hepatorenal syndrome, and other manifestations. Additionally, if there is severe portal hypertension and the patient consumes coarse food, or engages in vigorous physical activity, there may be a risk of severe upper gastrointestinal bleeding, which can endanger the patient's life. If a patient experiences shoulder pain, it could be caused by gallbladder disease, or potentially muscle strain, among other reasons. Further comprehensive auxiliary examinations are needed to clarify the diagnosis.
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