Fatty liver disease: causes, symptoms, treatment and home remedies

Other types of fatty liver disease can be caused by other factors
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For example, some women develop a type of fatty liver disease during pregnancy. This is known as acute fatty liver disease of pregnancy. In most cases, liver function returns to normal after the mother gives birth. (2)

Symptoms of fatty liver disease

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Asymptomatic fatty liver disease is often discovered during a routine examination. In fact, most people have no symptoms at all, so the disease may already be well advanced by the time it is finally diagnosed. However, the most common symptoms of fatty liver disease include (3):
Fatigue
Abdominal pain or discomfort
A general feeling of unease
Weakness
Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
There are two main types of fatty liver disease:
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Alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD): AFLD is caused by excessive alcohol consumption and is the most common type of fatty liver disease.
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD): NAFLD is more common than AFLD and is associated with metabolic disorders such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.

Prevention and treatment of fatty liver disease based on lifestyle
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Lifestyle-based prevention and treatment of fatty liver disease is crucial due to its increasing prevalence in association with obesity and metabolic syndrome. By adopting healthy habits such as a balanced diet, physical activity, weight control, and limiting alcohol consumption, individuals can reduce the risk and progression of fatty liver disease, thereby improving their overall health and reducing the burden on healthcare systems.