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Fatty liver disease, a disease that is rarely discussed and yet widespread. Here you will find everything regarding the symptoms, causes and healing methods.
Munich — Why does fatty liver disease often remain undetected for a long time? This may be because relatively little is known regarding the disease. On the other hand, the most common symptoms are also responsible for many other clinical pictures. A healthy diet can generally prevent the problem. That’s why it’s important to know as much as possible regarding the topic. Because every fourth (!) adult in Germany suffers from it.
Fatty liver Steatosis hepatisThere is no ultrasound yet, among other things, lack of exercise and unhealthy diet, among other things, fatigue, sleep disorders and nausea
Lack of exercise and unhealthy diet as possible causes of fatty liver
If more than 50 percent of the liver cells are affected by fatty deposits, it is referred to as fatty liver. The same applies if the fat content of the liver exceeds more than ten percent of the total weight. The main risk groups include alcohol addicts and severely overweight adults.
Patients often notice fatty liver disease far too late. That’s why you should consult a doctor immediately at the first symptoms. © Panthermedia/IMAGO
A distinction is made between alcoholic and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. As the name suggests, alcoholic fatty liver disease is caused by regular above-average alcohol consumption. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can develop due to a lack of exercise, an unhealthy diet or another illness.
Several symptoms might indicate fatty liver disease
The tricky thing regarding fatty liver disease is the symptoms, which are also associated with many other diseases, such as fatigue or bloating. Therefore, those affected rarely think regarding the possible formation of a fatty liver at first. The most common symptoms at a glance:
- fatigue
- Flatulence
- Sleep disorder
- Appetitverlust
- nausea
- Feeling of fullness
- Feeling of pressure in the right upper abdomen
To prevent fatty liver disease, a healthy lifestyle is recommended. Means: no alcohol or drugs, enough sleep and exercise and a healthy, low-fat diet. For the benefit of the liver, it is advisable to avoid glucose and fructose. In addition, saturated fatty acids, such as butter, cream, sausage, cheese or fatty meat, should rarely if ever be on the menu.
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If fatty liver disease is not recognized or the patient’s lifestyle is not adjusted as a result of the diagnosis, it can lead to further serious health problems: fatty liver inflammation, liver cirrhosis, liver cancer or even acute liver failure. In addition, it is not only the liver that can suffer from the consequences. The risk of cardiovascular disease, a heart attack and type 2 diabetes also increases due to fatty liver disease.
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The good news: The liver has a high ability to regenerate. If those affected are able to change their lifestyle and the fatty liver is discovered early, a cure is possible.
This article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication. It in no way replaces a visit to the doctor. Unfortunately, our editorial team cannot answer individual questions regarding medical conditions.
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