fatty liver disease
Organ fat accumulation
Fatty liver disease is a condition in which excess fat accumulates in liver cells.
It ranges from benign buildup to serious inflammation and scarring.
The most common forms are alcoholic fatty liver disease, caused by heavy drinking, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), linked to obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.
Her doctor said the ultrasound showed fatty liver disease.
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weight gain · inflammation · enzymes · blood test · biopsy · ultrasound · medical diagnosis · abdominal · abdominal pain · bloating · fatigue · yellowing · scarring · fibrosis · organ damage · metabolic · diabetes · high cholesterol
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