Fatty Liver Disease (Hepatic Steatosis)

Fatty Liver Disease (Hepatic Steatosis)

 

 

Introduction

Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic steatosis, is the excessive accumulation of fat in liver cells. It is increasingly common worldwide, often linked to overweight, sedentary lifestyle, and poor diet. Although sometimes benign, it can progress to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), cirrhosis, or even liver cancer.

Main causes

  • Excessive alcohol consumption (alcoholic fatty liver)

  • Overweight and obesity

  • Metabolic syndrome (type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol)

  • Poor eating habits (high sugar and saturated fat intake)

  • Sedentary lifestyle (lack of physical activity)

Symptoms

Fatty liver disease is often silent and may not cause specific symptoms. When present:

  • Persistent fatigue

  • Mild abdominal pain

  • Feeling of heaviness in the liver area

  • Abnormalities detected during blood tests or ultrasound

Treatments and solutions

⚕️ Medical options

  • No specific drug treatment currently exists.

  • Management focuses on addressing the causes: weight loss, better diet, and regular physical activity.

  • Medical follow-up to detect possible progression to NASH or cirrhosis.

🌿 Complementary and comfort solutions

  • Maintain a healthy weight

  • Engage in regular physical activity

  • Adopt a balanced diet (high in fiber, low in refined sugars and saturated fats)

  • Limit alcohol consumption

  • Regularly monitor diabetes, cholesterol, and blood pressure

Conclusion

 

Fatty liver disease is common, often silent, but potentially serious if left untreated. A healthy lifestyle combined with regular medical monitoring remains the best way to protect your liver.

 

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