Patient's question:
I have been drinking beer for decades and usually love it the most. Recently, I experienced poor appetite and was diagnosed with moderate fatty liver. I also frequently suffer from fatigue, weakness, nausea, tongue inflammation, and skin bruises. There's a persistent dull pain in my upper right abdomen. I'm very worried about whether it could be life-threatening, but I still want to drink alcohol. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of moderate fatty liver is a comprehensive approach. There is no specific treatment or drug for fatty liver disease. The treatment mainly consists of two parts: one is non-pharmacological treatment, and the other is pharmacological treatment.Non-pharmacological treatment primarily involves lifestyle changes. If the patient is obese, has high blood lipids, or metabolic disorders, measures such as controlling calorie intake, engaging in appropriate exercise, and losing weight should be taken.
Pharmacological treatment may not require medication if liver function is normal, or it may involve drugs that improve liver cell metabolism. If liver function is abnormal and transaminase levels are elevated, liver-protecting and enzyme-lowering drugs should be administered for treatment.