What is Fatty Liver Disease?

Fatty liver disease develops when fat accumulates in liver cells. It is becoming increasingly common due to modern lifestyle habits such as poor diet, lack of exercise, and obesity.

Causes & Risk Factors

  • Obesity or overweight
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • High cholesterol & triglycerides
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
  • Poor dietary habits (high sugar & fat intake)

Symptoms

  • Fatigue
  • Mild abdominal discomfort (upper right side)
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Weakness
  • Enlarged liver

Treatment & Management

Lifestyle Modification (Most Important)

  • Maintain a healthy weight
  • Follow a balanced diet (low fat, low sugar)
  • Regular physical activity
  • Avoid alcohol

Medical Management

  • Control diabetes, cholesterol, and blood pressure
  • Medications if inflammation or complications develop

When to See a Doctor?

If you have risk factors like obesity, diabetes, or persistent fatigue, it is important to get your liver checked even without symptoms.

Dr. Sambit Kumar Bhuyan

Consultant - Medical Gastroenterology

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