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I have gone through ultrasound of abdomen. the result/impression says "mild hepatomegaly with steatotic changes". what does this mean?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Liver is sick: It means you have a large, swollen liver with possible fibrosis. It is very serious.

Answered 6/26/2018

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