An enlarged liver is one that's bigger than normal. The medical term is hepatomegaly (hep-uh-toe-MEG-uh-le).

Rather than a disease, an enlarged liver is a sign of an underlying problem, such as liver disease, congestive heart failure or cancer. Treatment involves identifying and controlling the cause of the condition.

An enlarged liver might not cause symptoms.

When enlarged liver results from liver disease, it might be accompanied by:

• Abdominal pain
• Fatigue

• Nausea and vomiting
• Yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes (jaundice)

When to see a doctor

Make an appointment with your doctor if you have symptoms that worry you.