Fatty liver disease
Fatty liver disease is a build-up of extra fat in the liver. It is most often linked to being overweight, diabetes and high cholesterol, and it is becoming more common in Afghanistan. Early on it usually causes no symptoms, but over years it can lead to liver inflammation and scarring (cirrhosis). The good news is that weight loss and a healthy lifestyle can reverse it.
Symptoms
- Often no symptoms; usually found on an ultrasound or blood test
- Tiredness
- Discomfort or a dull ache in the upper right side of the belly
- In advanced disease: yellow eyes or skin, a swollen belly or legs, easy bruising