Silent Threat: Fatty Liver Disease Can Develop Without Symptoms – Learn About Its Signs and Treatments
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Silent Threat: Fatty Liver Disease Often Shows No Symptoms
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News18•04-03-2026, 15:10
Silent Threat: Fatty Liver Disease Often Shows No Symptoms
•Fatty liver disease (Metabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatotic Liver Disease) often presents without initial symptoms like pain or severe discomfort.
•Diagnosis frequently occurs during routine ultrasounds or scans, as early liver function tests can appear normal.
•Defined as over 5% liver fat, it can progress to cirrhosis and is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.
•Causes include excess calories from refined carbs, sugary drinks, urban lifestyle, lack of sleep, and stress.
•Reversible in early stages through 5-10% weight loss, 150 minutes of weekly exercise, and managing diabetes/cholesterol.
