Patient's question:
My uncle has always been a heavy drinker and needs to have a few sips every day. Over time, he developed a big belly, and being short in stature made him look even fatter. My aunt was worried about him drinking too much and possibly suffering from alcohol poisoning, so she forced him to undergo a thorough liver examination at the hospital. The results showed that he had fatty liver disease, although there were no symptoms at the time. How is fatty liver disease caused?Doctor's answer:
Fatty liver is mainly caused by neglecting diet and unhealthy lifestyle. Unreasonable dietary structure, poor eating habits, and alcoholism are all high-risk factors for fatty liver. In addition, a sedentary lifestyle with little exercise, mental fatigue, a lazy lifestyle, and a family history of obesity-related diseases are also contributing factors to the development of fatty liver. The daily treatment for patients with fatty liver primarily involves symptomatic treatment. Patients can take some oral medications, supplement with vitamins, and pay attention to their diet by eating light, soft, and easily digestible foods. It is hoped that fatty liver patients can recover as soon as possible!