Patient's question:
My boyfriend was diagnosed with mild fatty liver at his workplace, and I'm very worried. I'm afraid he might pass it on to me. I want to understand clearly whether fatty liver is contagious or not.Doctor's answer:
Mild fatty liver generally does not require medication and can never be infectious. However, if left untreated in the early stages, the condition may worsen and lead to serious consequences, so early prevention and treatment are of great importance.The treatment of fatty liver includes completely eliminating the cause, dietary control, physical exercise, and liver-cleansing therapy.
Dietary control: Adjust the dietary structure to achieve a balance between meat and vegetables. Individuals who frequently consume alcohol must completely abstain. Consuming foods such as oats, corn, kelp, garlic, apples, milk, onions, sweet potatoes, carrots, and hawthorn can help lower fat levels. According to traditional Chinese medicine, sour flavors benefit the liver, so drinking plum juice in summer can enhance the liver's metabolic function.
Physical exercise: Exercise can expend energy and promote fat metabolism.