Lifestyle choices can help prevent fatty liver disease
published : 14 Jun 2022 at 04:00
DEAR DOCTORS: My father passed away due to unexplained liver problems that we only now know was fatty liver disease. It’s 20 years later, and a CT scan shows some fat in my own liver. My liver readings are normal, but I’m the same age as my father was when his issues began. Should I be concerned?
DEAR READER: The term fatty liver disease refers to a range of liver disorders that are not caused by alcohol consumption, autoimmune disease, drug use or virus. It’s the most common liver disease…
