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Fatty liver means excess fat has built up in the liver, often linked with metabolic and lifestyle factors.
What are the symptoms of fatty liver?
Fatty liver often has no symptoms, but some people may experience tiredness or discomfort in the upper-right abdomen.
Can fatty liver be reversed?
In many people, lifestyle changes and appropriate weight management can reduce liver fat and improve liver health.
What causes fatty liver?
Common contributing factors include excess weight, insulin resistance, diabetes, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and genetic factors.
What should I eat if I have fatty liver?
A balanced diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and healthy fats, while limiting excess sugar and highly processed foods, can support liver health.
Can fatty liver become serious?
Some cases can progress to liver inflammation and scarring, so proper evaluation and monitoring are important.
How is fatty liver diagnosed?
Doctors may use medical history, blood tests, imaging and sometimes additional tests to assess liver health and possible liver damage.