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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?

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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.

Answered 5/7/2016

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