Symptoms
Often no symptoms early on; later may cause fatigue, mild abdominal discomfort, weakness.
Cause
Excess fat buildup in liver cells from obesity, alcohol use, diabetes, or poor diet.
Prevention
Maintain healthy weight, limit alcohol, eat a balanced diet low in added sugar, stay physically active.
Treatment
Weight loss, reduced sugar/fat intake, regular exercise, complete alcohol avoidance, managing diabetes/cholesterol. Commonly used medicines: no specific drug — vitamin E is sometimes used; focus stays on weight and lifestyle.
See a doctor if
Yellowing of skin/eyes, abdominal swelling, or persistent right-upper abdominal pain develops.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Fatty Liver?
Often no symptoms early on; later may cause fatigue, mild abdominal discomfort, weakness.
What causes Fatty Liver?
Excess fat buildup in liver cells from obesity, alcohol use, diabetes, or poor diet.
How can Fatty Liver be prevented?
Maintain healthy weight, limit alcohol, eat a balanced diet low in added sugar, stay physically active.
What is the treatment for Fatty Liver?
Weight loss, reduced sugar/fat intake, regular exercise, complete alcohol avoidance, managing diabetes/cholesterol. Commonly used medicines: no specific drug — vitamin E is sometimes used; focus stays on weight and lifestyle.
When should I see a doctor for Fatty Liver?
Yellowing of skin/eyes, abdominal swelling, or persistent right-upper abdominal pain develops.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10