Signs Of A Fatty Liver That Could Put Your Life In Danger

Some fat in your liver is normal. But if it makes up more than 5{96b8f52e9e734dc4449186c08df6bee533797ee5e9b2e7d28956124720fc2530}-10{96b8f52e9e734dc4449186c08df6bee533797ee5e9b2e7d28956124720fc2530} of the organ’s weight, you may have fatty liver disease. These fat deposits may keep your liver from doing a good job of removing toxins from your blood.

Symptoms

Fatty liver disease is sometimes called a silent liver disease. This is because it can happen without causing any symptoms.

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If liver damage from this disease leads to permanent scarring and hardening of your liver, this is called cirrhosis.  

Causes and increased risk factors for fatty liver disease include:

– Age

– Alcohol consumption

– Diabetes

– Genetics

– High cholesterol

– High triglycerides

– Obesity

– Poor diet and/or malnutrition

– Sedentary lifestyle

– Some medications

– Thyroid disorders

How would you know if you have a fatty liver?

Many people with a fatty liver are unaware that they even have a liver problem, as the symptoms can be vague and non-specific, especially in the early stages.

Symptoms may include:

– Severe tiredness

– Weakness

– Weight loss

– Yellowing of the skin or eyes

– Spiderlike blood vessels on the skin

– Long-lasting itching

You should see your doctor to be sure that the symptoms you are experiencing are linked to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. These symptoms are often associated with a number of different diseases.

Sources: Health Line, Healthy Life Tricks