Patient's question:
My husband was diagnosed with mild fatty liver two years ago. Recently, during a physical examination, it has progressed to moderate fatty liver. He never drinks beer or smokes. The health check report states "overweight." The doctor said that if it worsens, it could develop into severe fatty liver, and in more serious cases, surgery may be required to remove the liver.Doctor's answer:
Inflammation of the liver only manifests as fatty degeneration of hepatocytes. Based on the extent of lipid degeneration in hepatocytes, fatty liver is classified as diffuse fatty liver, focal fatty liver, and diffuse fatty liver with normal liver islands. Fatty liver is a pathological state characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fat within hepatocytes, caused by multiple etiologies. This pathological state is the most common response of the liver to various injuries. The daily treatment for patients with fatty liver primarily involves symptomatic treatment. Patients can take various oral medications, supplement with multiple vitamins, and pay attention to self-care, including proper diet and avoiding cold foods. We hope that fatty liver patients can recover as soon as possible! Thank you!