Patient's question:
I am forty years old this year. I don't like eating meat, and I always have to have meat with every meal. I also have a big appetite and can eat a lot. Recently, I've been feeling dizzy, weak, and sometimes nausea with dry heaves. At times, I feel a slight in my liver area. So I got a thorough check-up, and the result was mild fatty liver. What should I do then?Doctor's answer:
Most patients with fatty liver disease will never experience obvious symptoms in the early stages. Some patients may only feel symptoms such as reduced appetite, fatigue, and abdominal pain, making it difficult to attract attention. Some patients are not noticed because their symptoms are masked by the underlying disease. When liver area pain and nausea/vomiting occur, fatty liver disease has already reached a considerable degree. Ultrasound is the essential method for diagnosing fatty liver disease. Mild fatty liver disease generally does not require medication, but if early intervention is not provided, the condition may continue to worsen and lead to serious consequences, so early prevention and treatment are of great importance. The treatment of fatty liver disease includes completely eliminating the cause, controlling diet, engaging in sports, and implementing liver-cleansing therapy. Control diet: Adjust the dietary structure to achieve a balance between meat and vegetables. People who frequently drink alcohol must completely quit drinking.