Patient's question:
My husband has had fatty liver disease for a long time, and the condition is quite severe. He has been taking medication consistently. Later, he didn't pay much attention to his dietary habits and didn't rest well either. Gradually, he noticed that his condition was getting worse and was afraid it might develop into severe fatty liver disease. What are the symptoms of severe fatty liver disease?Doctor's answer:
Severe fatty liver, also known as steatohepatitis, refers to an inflammatory condition caused by excessive fat accumulation within liver cells due to various reasons. Its clinical manifestations vary: mild fatty liver may only cause fatigue, while most patients with fatty liver are overweight, making it more difficult to detect subtle symptoms. Moderate to severe fatty liver can present with symptoms similar to chronic hepatitis, such as poor appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, and dull pain in the liver region or upper right abdomen. Obesity, excessive alcohol consumption, and diabetes are the three main causes of fatty liver.The treatment of fatty liver begins with identifying the underlying cause and taking targeted measures. For example, long-term heavy drinkers should abstain from alcohol. Individuals with nutritional excess and obesity should strictly control their diet to restore physical health. Diabetic patients with fatty liver should actively and effectively manage their blood sugar levels.