Jul 28, 2024
By: BI India Bureau
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Fatty liver disease occurs when excess fat accumulates in the liver. The buildup of fat can lead to liver inflammation and damage, potentially progressing to liver failure if left untreated.
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While many people with fatty liver experience no symptoms, it can progress to serious conditions like cirrhosis and liver cancer.
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While excessive alcohol consumption is a risk factor, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is becoming increasingly common due to factors like obesity, diabetes, and unhealthy diets.
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The type of alcohol doesn't matter as much as the amount consumed. Excessive intake of any alcoholic beverage can damage the liver.
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It's becoming increasingly common worldwide due to rising obesity rates and unhealthy diets.
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While there's no specific medication, lifestyle changes like weight loss, diet, and exercise can help improve liver health and even reverse fatty liver in some cases.
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While obesity is a risk factor, people of normal weight can also develop fatty liver.
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Children can also develop fatty liver, often linked to obesity and type 2 diabetes.
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Early stages often have no symptoms, but as the condition progresses, symptoms like fatigue, abdominal pain, and weight loss may occur.
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Moderate coffee consumption has been linked to a reduced risk of liver disease, including fatty liver.
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While genetics can play a role, lifestyle factors are often more significant in developing fatty liver.
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