Hi,I am Dr. Subhankar Chakraborty (Gastroenterologist). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
How serious is the liver disease called "NASH?" I am a 58 year old female who does not drink and have'nt for about 20 years. Recently, I was diagnosed with this and had to have "sludge" removed from my "sphincter muscle." What is going to happen? Thankyou very much.
NASH(Non alcoholic steato-hepatitis) is a reversible condition.It is also called as called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
It usually reverse with treatment of underlying cause.Untreated and severe NASH can lead to cirrhosis. NASH may be due to many causes like obesity,sedentary life,insulin resistance etc.
There are no specific medicines for this condition. General measures like weight reduction,exercise,balanced diet,abstinence from alcohol are general principles which should be followed. Patient also need clinical correlation and complete liver function test.If liver enzymes are raised then patient may need medicines like ursodeoxycholic acid tablet etc.
Get well soon. Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on digestive issues share your reports here and Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Is Liver Disease Serious When My Sluge Is Removed
Hello NASH(Non alcoholic steato-hepatitis) is a reversible condition.It is also called as called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. It usually reverse with treatment of underlying cause.Untreated and severe NASH can lead to cirrhosis. NASH may be due to many causes like obesity,sedentary life,insulin resistance etc. There are no specific medicines for this condition. General measures like weight reduction,exercise,balanced diet,abstinence from alcohol are general principles which should be followed. Patient also need clinical correlation and complete liver function test.If liver enzymes are raised then patient may need medicines like ursodeoxycholic acid tablet etc. Get well soon. Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan