I have been told I have it but I’m not sure why, I have multiple cysts. I wish they investigate lil more but my MRE Elastogram is within the normal that’s good news I guess. 🙏🏻 Blessings of healing for everyone ❤️🩹
I’ve been having either severe diarrhea or constipation the past couple of years. All tests show no structural GI problems. Last week’s ultrasound said “coarse appearance of liver, as if fatty”. I’ve always been and and still am an athlete, at 61, and I’m not a drinker. The only thing I can guess is too many meds for my liver over the years? I have chronic lung & sinus disease, Bronchiectasis, and MAC despite never smoking. Also degenerative disc disease & hyperthyroid. I’m 5’7 and 118 lb, so Stanford has me trying to gain weight, not lose. Any ideas? Thanks, God Bless.
Depends on the advice of your physician. In some people, this is a benign finding. In others, there might be changes you can make to help this condition, per their doc.
@trellg132 I too diagnosed with Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver. I recall my doctor noticed high liver enzymes from blood test and then tested for hepatitis which fortunately was negative. I am now thinking it is side effect of medications like statins but no proof. I try and stay away from sugar, alcohol, eat more veggies.
I just need to express what issues/concerns i am having at the present time, mainly to gather my thoughts before i correspond with the GI and ask further questions, lol. I have been diagnosed with NAFLD for several years. I also have some sort of undifferientiated inflammatory arthopathy (autoimmune disease), I am on Humira, Imuran, and Plaquenil. I started having some abd pain and trouble swallowing, change in bowel habits, so went to GI, had Colonoscopy and EGD, had 9 polyps removed which were adenoma (pre-cancerous) . I then had a fibroscan to evaluate the NAFLD. this test showed i had steatosis grade 3 (67% or more of fatty change within the liver) and fibrosis stage 4 (which is the worst, cirrhosis). The GI APRN was surprised by these results because all my liver function tests are fine, so she ordered a slew of other lab, which were all normal except for ANA 1:2560 with multiple nuclear dots (this is very high). Well she sends me message "Your ANa is very high, this means you have chronic inflammation and most likely is related to autoimmune disorder, which we know you have as you are following with a rheum. Rest of your liver lab work up was normal and your previous labs have been normal. So for not, I do not feel a liver biopsy is necessary. We will continue to monitor and if labs change then we will reconsider it". Now i do not want any unecessary tests. I am an RN of 30 yrs, so of course I am going to research these results. I know where to look for reliable information, not just Dr. Google. So everything i read says that this type of ANA (multiple nuclear dots) is very specific to Primary Biliary Cirrhosis which is an autoimmune disorder, and is a very rare finding, and the high specifity for primary biliary cirrhosis makes them a useful diagnostic tool especially for a patient with a negative AMA result. Multiple nuclear dots are extremely specific for PBC. Now, if you have any autoimmune disease then you are more at risk of developing an additional autoimmune disease. So i messaged my rheum Dr. and basically she said these results are nonspecific and to continue monitoring my liver enzymes. I understand what they are saying and basically that we need to watch, but it concerns me that we dont want to find out now the status of my liver BEFORE i have any issues. Why do we wait until my liver function is affected. From what I read, other signs and symptoms may not show until late stages. I also know ANA elevations can come and go. The last one i had was normal, but the one before that when i was originally sent to rheum was 1:2560, atypical and speckled, so this multiple nuclear dot one is different. Why do they even order an ANA if the results dont make any difference. AND if it indicates chronic inflammation, why do i have so much inflammation being on 3 different meds, watching my diet, etcc. I have had an increase in symptoms such as pain, fatigue, decrease in appetite, and the symptoms mentioned previously. My primary was very concerned about these results but of course deferred to GI and Rheum. Am I wrong to feel like I need to see the actual MD/DO GI and not just the APRN? My PCP has reached out to the MD who she knows in this practice that the APRN is under. I love APRNs but also feel like they have their place especially when it comes to more difficult patients. Sorry about the long post and thanks if you read it all. I would love to hear any thoughts, suggestions, experiences.
I have had a Fatty Liver for over 15 yrs.
My new doctor is worried about it going into Liver Cirrhosis. My levels fluctuate up and down through the years and was no concern before.
She checked my Iron Protein levels with bloodwork as she was worried I store protein. She did a genetic testing on me and found I do not store protein but wanted me to do a Mediterranean diet. Also, to lessen my intake for red meat, stay away from carbs, cheeses/dairies. Eat more greens/salads and certain foods.
Has this helped anyone?
A specialist called and did a specific blood work that involved 12 vials of blood taken to do lab work on and then heard nothing. Does this mean it's all good?
I have had a Fatty Liver for over 15 yrs.
My new doctor is worried about it going into Liver Cirrhosis. My levels fluctuate up and down through the years and was no concern before.
She checked my Iron Protein levels with bloodwork as she was worried I store protein. She did a genetic testing on me and found I do not store protein but wanted me to do a Mediterranean diet. Also, to lessen my intake for red meat, stay away from carbs, cheeses/dairies. Eat more greens/salads and certain foods.
Has this helped anyone?
A specialist called and did a specific blood work that involved 12 vials of blood taken to do lab work on and then heard nothing. Does this mean it's all good?
I also have fatty liver. I have cut off most red meat and limited my cheese intake and increased my greens intake. I also cut out all alcohol. So not following any specific diet but just being mindful of what I eat. There was a considerable difference in my bloodwork after only 30 days of following this mindful eating plan. I also participated in some genetic testing for other reasons, however I was informed it could be at least a month before those results came back. Not sure how long it has been since you had the blood drawn but maybe check in with your provider.
Has anyone tried a liver tonic for fatty liver..I got livatone plus by Dr Cabot..I hope it works..I have changed my eating habits and hope for the best....
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I have been told I have it but I’m not sure why, I have multiple cysts. I wish they investigate lil more but my MRE Elastogram is within the normal that’s good news I guess. 🙏🏻 Blessings of healing for everyone ❤️🩹
I’ve been having either severe diarrhea or constipation the past couple of years. All tests show no structural GI problems. Last week’s ultrasound said “coarse appearance of liver, as if fatty”. I’ve always been and and still am an athlete, at 61, and I’m not a drinker. The only thing I can guess is too many meds for my liver over the years? I have chronic lung & sinus disease, Bronchiectasis, and MAC despite never smoking. Also degenerative disc disease & hyperthyroid. I’m 5’7 and 118 lb, so Stanford has me trying to gain weight, not lose. Any ideas? Thanks, God Bless.
Depends on the advice of your physician. In some people, this is a benign finding. In others, there might be changes you can make to help this condition, per their doc.
I asked for further investigation specially because of past rectal NET cancer. 😣
@trellg132 I too diagnosed with Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver. I recall my doctor noticed high liver enzymes from blood test and then tested for hepatitis which fortunately was negative. I am now thinking it is side effect of medications like statins but no proof. I try and stay away from sugar, alcohol, eat more veggies.
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1 ReactionI just need to express what issues/concerns i am having at the present time, mainly to gather my thoughts before i correspond with the GI and ask further questions, lol. I have been diagnosed with NAFLD for several years. I also have some sort of undifferientiated inflammatory arthopathy (autoimmune disease), I am on Humira, Imuran, and Plaquenil. I started having some abd pain and trouble swallowing, change in bowel habits, so went to GI, had Colonoscopy and EGD, had 9 polyps removed which were adenoma (pre-cancerous) . I then had a fibroscan to evaluate the NAFLD. this test showed i had steatosis grade 3 (67% or more of fatty change within the liver) and fibrosis stage 4 (which is the worst, cirrhosis). The GI APRN was surprised by these results because all my liver function tests are fine, so she ordered a slew of other lab, which were all normal except for ANA 1:2560 with multiple nuclear dots (this is very high). Well she sends me message "Your ANa is very high, this means you have chronic inflammation and most likely is related to autoimmune disorder, which we know you have as you are following with a rheum. Rest of your liver lab work up was normal and your previous labs have been normal. So for not, I do not feel a liver biopsy is necessary. We will continue to monitor and if labs change then we will reconsider it". Now i do not want any unecessary tests. I am an RN of 30 yrs, so of course I am going to research these results. I know where to look for reliable information, not just Dr. Google. So everything i read says that this type of ANA (multiple nuclear dots) is very specific to Primary Biliary Cirrhosis which is an autoimmune disorder, and is a very rare finding, and the high specifity for primary biliary cirrhosis makes them a useful diagnostic tool especially for a patient with a negative AMA result. Multiple nuclear dots are extremely specific for PBC. Now, if you have any autoimmune disease then you are more at risk of developing an additional autoimmune disease. So i messaged my rheum Dr. and basically she said these results are nonspecific and to continue monitoring my liver enzymes. I understand what they are saying and basically that we need to watch, but it concerns me that we dont want to find out now the status of my liver BEFORE i have any issues. Why do we wait until my liver function is affected. From what I read, other signs and symptoms may not show until late stages. I also know ANA elevations can come and go. The last one i had was normal, but the one before that when i was originally sent to rheum was 1:2560, atypical and speckled, so this multiple nuclear dot one is different. Why do they even order an ANA if the results dont make any difference. AND if it indicates chronic inflammation, why do i have so much inflammation being on 3 different meds, watching my diet, etcc. I have had an increase in symptoms such as pain, fatigue, decrease in appetite, and the symptoms mentioned previously. My primary was very concerned about these results but of course deferred to GI and Rheum. Am I wrong to feel like I need to see the actual MD/DO GI and not just the APRN? My PCP has reached out to the MD who she knows in this practice that the APRN is under. I love APRNs but also feel like they have their place especially when it comes to more difficult patients. Sorry about the long post and thanks if you read it all. I would love to hear any thoughts, suggestions, experiences.
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1 ReactionI have had a Fatty Liver for over 15 yrs.
My new doctor is worried about it going into Liver Cirrhosis. My levels fluctuate up and down through the years and was no concern before.
She checked my Iron Protein levels with bloodwork as she was worried I store protein. She did a genetic testing on me and found I do not store protein but wanted me to do a Mediterranean diet. Also, to lessen my intake for red meat, stay away from carbs, cheeses/dairies. Eat more greens/salads and certain foods.
Has this helped anyone?
A specialist called and did a specific blood work that involved 12 vials of blood taken to do lab work on and then heard nothing. Does this mean it's all good?
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Helpful -
Hug
1 ReactionI also have fatty liver. I have cut off most red meat and limited my cheese intake and increased my greens intake. I also cut out all alcohol. So not following any specific diet but just being mindful of what I eat. There was a considerable difference in my bloodwork after only 30 days of following this mindful eating plan. I also participated in some genetic testing for other reasons, however I was informed it could be at least a month before those results came back. Not sure how long it has been since you had the blood drawn but maybe check in with your provider.
Has anyone tried a liver tonic for fatty liver..I got livatone plus by Dr Cabot..I hope it works..I have changed my eating habits and hope for the best....