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I have hepatic steatosis with enarged liver, 18.2 exhibits significantly echogenic, echotexture. what does this mean and is it serious?
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Fatty Liver: Hepatiic Steatosis is when fat builds up in the liver and if not treated can lead to inflammation to the liver which can lead to cirrhosis. It has a variety of causes and fortunately can be reversible.
Answered 10/18/2017
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