Grade 1 fatty liver also known as mild hepatic steatosis is characterised by fat accumulation in liver cells. Also called early stage of non alcoholic fatty liver disease.
What are the causes of Grade 1 Fatty Liver ?
- Medications: Certain drugs can lead to this
- Alcohol consumption: This is the another reason for this
- Obesity: Excess body weight can lead to this
- High fat diet: High fat and sugar diets are the another reason
- Insulin resistance: Type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome
Symptoms
- Upper right side abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Loss of weight
- Yellowing the skin
- Jaundice
Diagnosis
- Blood Tests: Liver Function Test and Liver enzyme test
- Ultrasound: this test is used to find any problem in liver
- MRI And CT Scans: For more detailed imaging
Prevention
- Maintain a daily healthy diet and regular exercise
- Eat a balanced diet full of nutrients
- No alcohol consumption
- Do daily activity
- Avoid junk and oily food
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