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I have fatty liver disease. is having lighter patches of skin on your face apart of the side effects of this disease? what are other effects of it?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Fatty liver: To my knowledge fatty liver should have no cause to have lighter patches on your face. If you have not discussed this with your doctor you should do so as soon as possible.

Answered 9/15/2015

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A member asked:

I have fatty liver disease. is having lighter patches of skin on your face apart of the side effects of this disease? what are other effects of it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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