Table 1 The comparison of symptoms of liver and bile duct cancer in Thai traditional medicine (TTM) and modern medicine
Symptoms | Thai traditional medicinea | Modern medicineb |
|---|---|---|
Anemia | ✓ | - |
Pale skin | ✓ | - |
Insomnia | ✓ | - |
Constipation | ✓ | - |
Chronic fatigue | ✓ | - |
Jaundice | ✓ | ✓ |
Itching | - | ✓ |
Light-colored | ✓ | ✓ |
Greasy stools | - | ✓ |
Dark urine | - | ✓ |
Abdominal pain | ✓ | ✓ |
Loss of appetite | ✓ | ✓ |
Weight loss | ✓ | ✓ |
Nausea and vomiting | ✓ | ✓ |
Chronic fever | ✓ | ✓ |