Is liver damage from parasitic infections dangerous?

Question
Hello doctor,
I went for an ultrasound and accidentally discovered a damaged liver, suspected of parasites. I took an MRI of the liver, thought it was a parasitic infection, and diagnosed a cholangiocarcinoma (little thought). So the doctor asked me if liver damage due to parasitic infection is dangerous? Thank you doctor.
Trinh Xuan Duc (1992)
Answer
Answered by Doctor, Doctor Tran Thi Phuong Thuy - Department of General Internal Medicine, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Is liver damage due to parasitic infection dangerous? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
There are many types of parasites (worms, flukes, protozoa) that can cause liver damage, at different levels, even progressing to cause liver rupture. In addition to the liver, these parasites can also damage many other organs, such as the brain, lungs, skin, muscles, nerves,...
Liver disease caused by parasites needs to be treated immediately, no delay possible. In addition, on the magnetic resonance imaging of your liver, the lesion also needs to rule out cholangiocarcinoma, which is a cancerous disease. In short, you need to see a doctor immediately to determine the cause of liver damage (caused by any parasites), rule out cholangiocarcinoma, and treat it.
If you still have questions about liver damage caused by parasitic infections, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!