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"Fatty Liver"
In 2011 after lab work my primary Dr said that I had a non-alcoholic fatty liver. Yet, my Dr. never recommended any medication or treatment for it. In 2018 I moved to another state and mentioned it to my new primary Dr. and requested to be retested, and was told I didn't have it. Today, 4/7/2025 I had blood work, and my test results indicated that my levels were extremely high for a nonalcoholic fatty liver or cirrhosis. Is anyone familiar with the levels changing? I'm really concerned.
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@francine1, I can understand your concern because nobody wants to be told that they have anything that contains the word 'cirrhosis'. In my experience, the word cirhosis is often used interchangeably with liver disease.
Cirrhosis occurs when the liver has advanced scarring (damage) that can be caused by many diseases and conditions. The liver damage caused by cirrhosis generally can't be undone. But if liver cirrhosis is diagnosed early and the underlying cause is treated, further damage can be limited. In my experience as a patient who was diagnosed with a progressive liver that resulted in my transplant, more tests, are essential for an accurate diagnosis. One lab is just part of a pattern of lab results over time that indicate a chronic liver condition.
I want to share this information about fatty liver with you. Please read it because it offers a clear explanation of fatty liver as well as symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications, and prevention.
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/search-results?q=nonalcoholic+fatty+liver+disease
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Francine, What kind of follow-up plans has the doctor made for you- will he be doing repeat labs? Has he discussed the avoidance of over-the-counter meds or supplements? What about healthy eating? What questions do you have?