Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is a condition which is caused by excess deposition of fat in the liver. As the name suggests it is not related to alcohol consumption and may develop in a person who drinks little or don’t drink at all.  It can occur at any age but usually seen between the age of 40- 50, especially in the people who are obese and diabetic.

Risk factor

• Obesity
• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• High level of triglycerides
• Hyperglycemia
• Metabolic disorder
• Hyper and hypothyroidism

Symptoms

Usually nonalcoholic fatty liver causes no symptoms in the early stage but sometimes these symptoms may appear-

• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Pain upper right side of the abdomen
• Swelling over legs, feet, ankles, and abdomen

In case if the nonalcoholic fatty liver disease progresses to cirrhosis can lead to these symptoms-

• Fluid retention
• Internal bleeding
• Mental confusion
• Jaundice
• Itchy skin

Prevention

• Maintain a healthy weight
• Stay active and do some exercise and yoga
• Eat a healthy diet
• Control of diabetes
• Avoid smoking

See your doctor if you have any sign and symptom of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease or any other symptoms that worry you.