How to treat fatty liver?
Patient: My niece is 32 and has been told she has fatty liver steatohepatitis. But she doesn t drink and use to weight only 105. Since her last kid she has develop a big stomach. She has gain 50lbs fast and is retaining fluid. Doctor said he didn t know why. I think its because of the hepatitis. Also she hasn t had a period for the last six months. Her OB said her eggs aren t dopping and her body isn t preducing enough insulin. Could the be related. Also is NASH another name for steatohepatitis? Doctor: HelloFatty liver may be due to many causes like obesity,hepatitis,alcoholism,metabolic disorder etc.She may need few more investigations like routine hemogram,random blood sugar,lipid profile,liver function test,urine RE/ME.Fatty liver often get reverse with treatment of underlying cause.She may need few medicines after complete investigations.She should avoid saturated fat and go for brisk walk regularly.Take lot of fruits and vegetables in diet.She should also try to reduce her weight.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan