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Hepatomegaly with grade 3
My father is just diagnosed with Hepatomegaly with grade 3 fatty lever. Just wanted to know what does this mean and what should I do next??
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You need to evaluate for the cause of fatty liver.
The cause needs to be evaluated to prevent progression into cirrhosis.
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Abstinence from alcohol if he consumes it. Certain blood tests need to be done including Liver function test, HbA1C, Thyroid profile and Lipid profile. A fibroscan may be done to get an objective measure of the fat in liver.
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In the meanwhile exercise, alcohol cessation and black coffee might help.
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