Patient's question:
My cousin was diagnosed with moderate fatty liver. He is quite overweight. At 5'9", he weighs over 200 pounds. He is currently taking medication. He usually eats a greasy diet and loves fried foods, while dislikes meat. Now that he has this disease, the whole family is very worried.Doctor's answer:
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) as a disease has multiple different hazards: ① According to reports from abroad, 3% to 8% of patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in morbid obesity can progress to cirrhosis. ② Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease increases the recurrence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. ③ It progressively exacerbates insulin resistance, worsening type 2 diabetes. ④ Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease makes other chronic liver diseases (alcoholic liver disease, chronic hepatitis C, and chronic hepatitis B) more prone to progress to cirrhosis. ⑤ Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is more fragile than normal liver tissue, making it more susceptible to drug-induced damage.The types of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease vary, with some, such as alcoholic fatty liver disease, primarily treated by abstinence. For severe cases of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible and follow the doctor's advice for early treatment. Avoid using medication blindly to prevent worsening the condition.