Dr. Naveen Polavarapu, Sr. Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist & Lead Advanced Endoscopic Interventions & Training Lead Clinical Director, Hyderabad says, One of the most common liver diseases in the world is fatty liver disease, also referred to as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Its silent nature—the majority of people are unaware of the condition until it reaches severe stages—makes it more worrisome.
The liver is a resilient organ that carries out vital tasks such nutrient storage, metabolism, and detoxification. Excess fat builds up inside liver cells in fatty liver disease, which frequently has no symptoms at first. Fatty liver usually develops slowly, making early detection difficult, in contrast to other illnesses that have obvious warning signals. Its increasing incidence is caused by a number of causes. Key risk factors include obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, sedentary lifestyles, and poor eating habits. Many times, people have no pain or discomfort and feel perfectly well, which allows the illness to spread unnoticed. There may be mild exhaustion or vague stomach ache, but these symptoms are frequently disregarded or mistaken for other issues. To book an appointment, please call [08065906114 / 08065906179] or book online at https://www.yashodahospitals.com/
The actual risk is found in advancement. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a more severe version marked by inflammation and liver damage, can develop from fatty liver if it is not treated. This may eventually result in cirrhosis, fibrosis, or even liver failure. It is concerning because a lot of individuals receive a diagnosis only after problems develop.
Dr. Naveen Polavarapu shares, Early detection is greatly aided by routine medical examinations. Fatty liver can be detected before it worsens with the use of straightforward blood tests and imaging procedures like ultrasonography. Even in the absence of symptoms, people with risk factors—particularly those with diabetes or obesity—should be regularly screened. Lifestyle changes play a major role in both management and prevention. The risk can be considerably decreased by maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, exercising frequently, and managing underlying diseases including diabetes and high blood pressure. Early intervention improves liver health overall and stops the disease’s progression.Dr. Naveen Polavarapu, Sr. Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist & Lead Advanced Endoscopic Interventions & Training Lead Clinical Director, Hyderabad will visit every month on to provide specialized consultations and care at our center in Westbengal – Siliguri . To book an appointment, please call [08065906114 / 08065906179] or book online at https://www.yashodahospitals.com/
Although fatty liver disease is silent, its effects are not. Fighting this expanding health issue requires increasing awareness and promoting proactive health monitoring.
