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What to do if i heard of this thing called fatty liver. i think i am overweightto know if everybody who is overweight or obese including children have fatty liver?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Fatty liver: There is no direct treatment for fatty liver, but a diet given to you by a dietician can be helpful. Weight loss can also help as well as exercise.

Answered 9/28/2016

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