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My liver shows increased parenchymal echogencity what to do?

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Dr. Raj Vuppalanchi answered

Specializes in Hepatology

Fatty liver: Increased echogenicity is related to fat deposition. This could be from diabetes/ obesity or excess alcohol use. Talk to your doctor to help with these issues.

Answered 10/4/2014

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