Question 1

what is enlarged fatty liver (grade-i) and what can be its dangers & cure?

Accepted Answer

Several causes: I'm going to trust that alcohol isn't a factor, that you've been checked for hepatitis c, and that there's nothing to suggest one of the uncommon inborn errors of metabolism that can cause this. You first task -- if it's agreeable to your physician -- is to change how you think about diet and exercise and adopt a fitness-focused, aerobic intensive lifestyle. You'll be very glad even short-term.

Question 2

a fatty liver that is borderline enlarged and the enzymes are fine does that mean the person has nash ?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily.: Usually there is some level of inflammation with NASH - usually seen with elevated enzymes.  Fat infiltration of liver is on a spectrum.  You have fatty liver - > then fatty liver w/ inflammation (nash) -> then fibrosis and scarring (cirrhosis).  Fatty liver by itself is for the most part harmless, but it can progress so good diet, exercise and cholesterol control is key.

Question 3

how large is a normal liver in length? my liver is enlarged at 16.7 cm in length is that very enlarged? can i reverse fatty liver through dieting?

Accepted Answer

Liver size: Your 16.7 is OK. The reported range is 9.4-21.3
Please go online to learn more about the size of the liver in men.

Question 4

i am 38 f weigh 285. i have lost 35lbs since march l found out i have fatty liver with borderline enlargement. how long will it b till it is normal?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the cause: Many different causes of fatty liver and different stages of the condition. Assuming that you have nafld:non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, regulating your metabolism is key & losing weight is an important first step. Sometimes losing a lot of weight fast may temporarily worsen the fatty liver as it works overtime to break down all the lipids.
May take 6 months or more.
Need to check Insulin level.

Question 5

what does enlarged fatty liver grade ii mean is it curable?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Fatty liver in young people is typically related to eating to many simple sugars, too much fat and too much alcohol.  Not surprisingly, this also tends to lead to weight gain.  Impove your diet, loose weight and increase your physical activity. Fatty liver disease or (nash) can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure; it's something to take very seriously and try to reverse. Good luck!

Question 6

what is a good diet & exercise for enlarged & fatty liver with fatty pancreas?

Accepted Answer

Fatty liver: I hope you are seeing a gastroenterologist regularly. This is very important.

You must also see a dietitian and a trainer as often as possible.

One thing is for sure - don't over do it!

Question 7

help please? what is the best diet & exercise for enlarged & fatty liver with fatty pancreas?

Accepted Answer

The cause of: the fatty liver needs to be determined.  There are many potential etiologies, not just a large body habitus.  Certain medications can cause it.  Talk to your doctor about what is causing the fatty liver, then it can be addressed.

Question 8

i have fatty liver with borderline enlargement. does that mean i have nash? or early cirroisis. my enzymes are perfect

Accepted Answer

Fatty liver: It can be only fatty change or NASH (meaning fat with inflammation) or even could be early stage of cirrhosis. Only way to know by liver biopsy. About 10 t0 30% of patient with fatty liver disease can develop cirrhosis if they have nash. Normal enzymes doesn't always guarantee everything normal. However, there are some early marker (from blood test), which are red flag for cirrhosis.

Question 9

how long does it take a borderline enlarged liver from fatty liver to heal? i have lost 55 lbs and still losing. im just concerned

Accepted Answer

No answer: We believe the fatty livers due to being overweight however that's not the case all the time we know many individuals who are not obese but still have abnormal livers however it is absolutely a certainty that if you're overweight and chances are you'll have a fatty liver therefore losing weight can only help the situation as always please use exercise proper nutrition and diet is your appropriate rules for living a good life.

Question 10

my liver is border line enlarged from fatty liver from obesity. is this something that can be seen physically or am i imagining this?

Accepted Answer

No: Fatty liver mirrors the obesity epidemic in the us. You may not have any physical signs of fatty liver and your liver function tests may also be normal.

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I am 38 f weigh 285. i have lost 35lbs since march l found out i have fatty liver with borderline enlargement. how long will it b till it is normal?

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What does enlarged fatty liver grade ii mean is it curable?

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What is a good diet & exercise for enlarged & fatty liver with fatty pancreas?

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Help please? what is the best diet & exercise for enlarged & fatty liver with fatty pancreas?

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I have fatty liver with borderline enlargement. does that mean i have nash? or early cirroisis. my enzymes are perfect

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How long does it take a borderline enlarged liver from fatty liver to heal? i have lost 55 lbs and still losing. im just concerned

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My liver is border line enlarged from fatty liver from obesity. is this something that can be seen physically or am i imagining this?

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