I was terrified to get my fatty liver checked – but it's a good job I did
Disease of the largest internal organ is silent, symptomless and on the rise – but a simple test can serve as a vital early-warning sign
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Fatty liver disease: Symptoms include itchy skin, dark urine and pale stools
Am I at risk? Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is caused by a build-up of fat in your liver. No one is certain why this happens. "Many doctors believe that it’s linked to the way your body responds to the hormone insulin – this is called insulin resistance," says Bupa. According to the health body, you may be more at risk of getting non-alcoholic fatty liver disease if: You’re overweight, especially if you carry extra weight around your middle You have type 2 diabetes You have high blood pressure (hypertension) You have high levels of fats in your bloodstream – known as hyperlipidaem...
Source: express.co.uk