There is a disease in the body, can you know the face? 4 faces that may be a harbinger of disease or cancer

"The first time I saw her, I knew that it was probably liver cancer..."

Recently, Dr. Zhang saw a patient, a middle-aged lady with sallow skin. The lady's surname is Wang. Recently, Ms. Wang noticed that her skin was getting yellower, and she often felt abdominal distension and diarrhea. So I went to the hospital for a checkup. At that time, it happened that Dr. Zhang was on duty, and she saw Ms. Wang at the door. After inquiries and a series of examinations, it turned out that Ms. Zhang was diagnosed with liver cancer.

Dr. Zhang said that many metabolisms of the human body require bile to participate. When the liver is abnormal, bile stasis and bilirubin backflow into the blood, along with the blood distribution to the skin, mucous membranes, and the whites of the eyes, it will cause yellowing, that is, jaundice. This is one of the more typical manifestations of liver cancer.

1. Whether you are healthy or not is written on your face

When you see the picture below, which one do you think is uncomfortable between the left and the right?

This image comes from a study published in the journal Nature that simulates the body's response to infection.

Diseases can often manifest through subtle changes on the face , the article notes . If you look closely, you can see that the person on the left has pale skin and lips, drooping eyelids and corners of the mouth, and a slightly puffy face.

In traditional Chinese medicine, there is also a saying "color diagnosis", which shows the health of the body from the color of different parts of the face. What does a healthy complexion look like?

The skin of people of the yellow race is mostly yellow, and a healthy complexion should be faint red and yellow, bright and subtle. That is, bright and moist, with blood on the face.

I often see in TV dramas, "I see that your Yintang is black, and there must be a bloody disaster." What is the situation of Yintang's blackening?

Yintang refers to the dark and dull Yintang between the eyebrows. From a medical point of view, it may be due to lack of sleep, abnormal metabolism of melanin, or insufficient sun protection and localized melanin. Or acne, pigmented moles.

2. Several faces, be alert to the possibility of disease

It is a superstition to determine fate by looking at the face, but it has to be said that some diseases do reveal clues through the state of the face.

· Puffy face

Physician Lu Hui of Wuhan Asian Heart Hospital said that edema is caused by the accumulation of water in the extracellular fluid of the body. Normal people drink too much water or eat too much salt, which will cause facial edema.

However, if the face is swollen and has obvious indentations that are difficult to recover, it may indicate heart or kidney problems.

· Abnormal complexion

The skin is dark brown or dark purple, which is common in patients with chronic heart failure and advanced pulmonary heart disease. The complexion is darker due to long-term hypoxia of body tissues. In patients with rheumatic heart disease and mitral stenosis, the complexion is often dark red. Pale, bloodless, accompanied by fatigue, etc., may be anemia.

The skin becomes dull, very dry, and even peels frequently, which may be a manifestation of liver damage, also known as "liver face", usually accompanied by yellow skin, yellow eyes, purple lips, etc. .

· Surface xanthoma

Xanthomas are fleshy bumps that are closer to the color of the skin. They mostly appear in the armpits, trunk, upper calf, inner eyelids, ankles, elbows, etc. When a xanthoma appears on the skin, it is likely to be caused by high triglycerides, high cholesterol, and dyslipidemia. cause.

Dyslipidemia is extremely harmful to blood vessels, and patients should pay attention to the occurrence of diseases such as atherosclerosis, vascular disease, and pancreatitis.

Third, if you want to look good, these are indispensable

Wanting a good face is everyone's wish. So is there any way to improve the complexion? Of course, remember these 4 points, easy to have a good look.

1. Supplement iron

Animal foods are rich in heme iron, which has a high absorption rate and has a good blood replenishing effect. Pig blood, beef, duck blood, and mutton are all iron-rich foods and should be supplemented in moderation.

2. Eat more fruits and vegetables

Plants are rich in vitamins and minerals, and vitamin C is an antioxidant, which can inhibit dopa oxidation and prevent pigmentation . It also helps the body absorb non-heme iron, which helps the body synthesize collagen.

The dietary guidelines for Chinese residents recommend that they consume no less than 300g of fresh vegetables and 200 to 350g of fresh fruits per day.

3. The gut should be healthy

For people with a bad gut, choose the right food. Avoid bloating and greasy foods. Eat some whole grains in moderation, increase the intake of dietary fiber, supplement B vitamins, and maintain intestinal health.

4. Regular daily routine

In addition to dietary advice, a good look is also inseparable from good living habits and a regular life and rest.

Avoid staying up late, it is best to go to bed at 23:00 every day to ensure sleep time. Adhere to proper exercise, good skin also needs exercise, maintain 150 minutes of exercise every week, do not rush, do not exercise vigorously, so as not to hurt the body. Also, stay in a good mood, in a good state of mind, and look radiant.

The complexion is also a "barometer" of physical health. When abnormal signs are found, there is no improvement for a period of time, and the state is getting worse and worse, it is necessary to increase vigilance and go to the relevant specialist for consultation in time to check whether it may be caused by the disease.

References:

[1] "Look in the mirror if you have nothing to do, if you are healthy or not, you can tell by looking at these two points! 》. Health Times. 2022-07-01

[2] "Medical students eat hot pot, and after seeing the boss's face, they leave a message and suggest to check their bodies! These 10 kinds of faces, to check the heart! ". Health Times. 2021-10-27

[3] "Your face turns yellow at a young age? You deserve this skin care secret recipe! 》. Vitadog Nutritionist.2019-05-08

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