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What Does It Mean “slightly Hyperechoic “ Liver, And Hepatic
Question: What does it mean “slightly hyperechoic “ Liver,
and hepatic steatosis.
and hepatic steatosis.
Brief Answer:
Hepatic steatosis is also known as fatty liver disease,explained below in details.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Hepatic steatosis is also known as fatty liver disease.
It is a very common diagnosis and is related to obesity.
It is characterized by fatty deposits forming in the liver.
This diagnosis cause the hyperechoic view of the liver.
I would like to suggest you the following examinations to evaluate the liver function:
Total bilirubin blood level
Liver enzymes
A complete blood count
Meanwhile, some suggestions about the diet are to avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine.
Do not eat sugary foods such as candy, cookies, and fruit juices.
Try to eat good protein such as,seafood,eggs,lean meat, good fats, vegetables, nuts and seeds.
I also recommend to lose weight if you are overweight.
Actually, there is no medication for this diagnosis. Regular examinations are needed to evaluate the liver function.
If you have other symptoms feel free to write me again.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further
Hepatic steatosis is also known as fatty liver disease,explained below in details.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Hepatic steatosis is also known as fatty liver disease.
It is a very common diagnosis and is related to obesity.
It is characterized by fatty deposits forming in the liver.
This diagnosis cause the hyperechoic view of the liver.
I would like to suggest you the following examinations to evaluate the liver function:
Total bilirubin blood level
Liver enzymes
A complete blood count
Meanwhile, some suggestions about the diet are to avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine.
Do not eat sugary foods such as candy, cookies, and fruit juices.
Try to eat good protein such as,seafood,eggs,lean meat, good fats, vegetables, nuts and seeds.
I also recommend to lose weight if you are overweight.
Actually, there is no medication for this diagnosis. Regular examinations are needed to evaluate the liver function.
If you have other symptoms feel free to write me again.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further
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