fatty liver
1 of 1noun/ˈfæti ˈlɪvər/
Forms:fatty livers
1
a condition where excess fat accumulates in liver cells, often due to factors like alcohol consumption or obesity
- He was diagnosed with fatty liver after a routine check-up revealed elevated liver enzymes.
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is a growing concern among individuals with obesity and diabetes.
- Treatment for fatty liver focuses on lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.
- Chronic alcohol abuse can lead to alcoholic fatty liver disease.
- Fatty liver can progress to more serious liver conditions if not managed properly.