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On the inhalation, the diaphragm pushes your liver down. If your liver is swollen, as in hepatitis, you will feel the tip of the liver hit your fingers. When the liver is swollen, it may hurt as well. You may feel referred pain at various points in the upper abdomen. In similar fashion you can palpate your gallbladder. Use the same procedure as liver, but at midpoint between zyphoid process and floating rib. If you have gall stones, you will feel tenderness during this procedure (Murphy's Sign). You might even feel some refereed pain behind the right shoulder blade. Some people even use this technique to wring out gall bladder by sliding their finger over it from right to left. Other Tips to Assess Your LiverThe liver and gallbladder are generally the home of Pitta dosha. Signs of Pitta aggravation are often the first symptoms of liver imbalance.The liver is an irritable and aggressive organ that Chinese Medicine compares to a general of the army. Liver stress also causes you to feel irritated, or emotionally intense. Aggression and intense emotions such as anger, jealousy, and envy are signs that the liver is imbalanced. Liver congestion will make you feel frustrated. Liver Deficiency will make you feel shaky. Advanced signs include yellow tongue coating, yellow eyes, yellowish skin, or other heat related conditions such as rashes. In hepatitis or liver inflammation, liver enzyme levels in the blood are elevated because of the ruptured liver cells which contain high contents of liver enzymes. Ayurveda says the liver opens in the eyes. Actually, any organ that has many blood vessels, like the eyes, is sensitive to changes in the liver. If your eyes are bloodshot, yellow in the corners, or stinging, your liver may be under stress. Some liver pathologies can be life threatening. A medical doctor might have your liver enzymes checked. If you suspect something is wrong with your liver, please seek the advice of a qualified medical doctor. READ MORE ON THIS TOPIC
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About the Author John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 7 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language. STUDY AYURVEDA
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