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Fatty liver grade 2/3 and abdominal pain
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I was having dull pain under right abdomen and was advised USG.
Attached is the usg report which shows Grade2-3 fatty liver with mild nodular margin.
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Do Lft and fibro scan
Check serum amylase and lipase
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Grade 2 to Grade 3 fatty liver means fat buildup in your liver has moved from moderate (33% to 66% of cells) to severe. This serious level raises risks for swelling, permanent scarring (cirrhosis), and liver trouble, but you can still manage and improve it.
Treatment focuses on slow weight loss, a healthy diet, daily exercise, and quitting alcohol. regular follow-up with a hepatologist will help.
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Weight and Diet ChangesLose weight safely: Aim to drop 7% to 10% of your total body weight, but do it slowly (about 0.5 kg per week).Eat high-fiber foods: Choose fresh vegetables, fruits, and whole grains like oats and brown rice.Choose lean proteins: Eat fish, chicken, beans, and lentils instead of red meat.Use healthy fats: Cook with olive oil and eat small amounts of nuts or avocados.Avoid bad foods: Cut out sugary drinks, white bread, fried food, and packaged snacks
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Do a fibroscan to check the level of fibrosis.
And you need medication and lifestyle changes.
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Plz share proper history
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Proper evaluation and personalised advice are needed for your concern. A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance.
Feel free to consult me for further assistance.
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CHANGE LIFE STYLE N DIET PLAN DRASTICALLY FIRST OTHERWISE NO THERAPY GIVES U PROPER RESULT.
LAMONADE ELECTORAL POWDER BUTTERMILK CURD KANZI.
TAB UDILIV 300 TWO TIMES AFTER FOOD FOR 2 MONTHS.
TAN LIV 52 ONE AT NIGHT AFTER DINNER FOR LONG TERM.
MEFTAL SPAS DS TWO TIMES OR SOS FOR PAIN RELIEF.
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Please share details of your medical history, get liver function tests and lipid profile done and share results. Then I can help you further.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Go for fibroscan, its sensitive.
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Do consult
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Aslam K Yoosuf
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Ernakulam
The immediate priority is to see a gastroenterologist or hepatologist for a FibroScan and comprehensive blood work to evaluate the extent of liver fat and check for early scarring (fibrosis).
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Specialist Evaluation & FibroScan: Schedule a FibroScan (transient elastography) as recommended. This non-invasive test measures liver stiffness to clarify whether the "mildly nodular margins" reflect early tissue scarring or fibrosis.
Essential Lab Work: Complete the suggested tests:
Liver & Metabolic Profile: Liver Function Tests (LFTs), lipid panel, and fasting blood glucose/HbA1c to assess liver stress and metabolic health.
Pancreatic Panel: Serum amylase and lipase to evaluate pancreatic status given the fatty infiltration.
Targeted Lifestyle Adjustments:
Zero Alcohol: Avoid alcohol entirely to prevent additional stress on the liver.
Dietary Changes: Shift toward a Mediterranean-style diet high in vegetables, lean proteins, and fiber while eliminating sugary drinks and refined carbs.
Gradual Weight Loss: Aim for a steady reduction of 5–10% of body weight through regular exercise (e.g., 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week). Avoid rapid weight loss, which can temporarily stress the liver.
Warning Signs: Seek immediate medical attention if you experience yellowing of the eyes/skin (jaundice), abdominal swelling, severe right-sided abdominal pain, or confusion.
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Mr. Soni Pratham Bharatbhai
General Practitioner
1 yrs exp
Palanpur
Consult Gastroenterologist for better investigation.
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Mr. Arunchand N K
General Practitioner
Alappuzha
Its adviced that you best get your LFT/FBS/PPBS/FLP/BRE and FIBROSCAN done . You can review with results
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You're welcome for consultations with the above mentioned test reports.
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Dr. Reesha Varshney
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Bareilly
For further management in your case some tests will be required for confirmation of the cause of fatty liver
Following which I can suggest you some home remedies, medications and lifestyle modifications
Most importantly all your history will be required for assessment
Connect with me for further consultation and I will help you out
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Ms. Snehil Kumari
General Physician
Noida
Pls upload or get Fibroscan done and then consult and LFT
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