Fatty liver disease occurs when excess fat builds up in liver cells. It is commonly caused by obesity, diabetes, alcohol intake, or an unhealthy lifestyle.
Yes, early-stage fatty liver can be reversed with proper diet, weight loss, regular exercise, and lifestyle modifications.
Many people have no symptoms, but some may experience fatigue, abdominal discomfort, or abnormal liver blood test results.
Fatty liver is diagnosed using blood tests, ultrasound, FibroScan, CT scan, or other imaging investigations.
Treatment focuses on lifestyle changes, healthy diet, weight management, controlling diabetes or cholesterol, and regular medical follow-up.
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) is a functional digestive disorder that causes abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, or a combination of these symptoms.
IBS is not life-threatening and does not lead to cancer, but it can significantly affect quality of life if not managed properly.
Common triggers include stress, certain foods, hormonal changes, irregular eating habits, and gut sensitivity.
IBS is diagnosed based on symptoms, medical history, and by ruling out other digestive conditions through tests if required.
IBS treatment includes dietary modifications, stress management, lifestyle changes, and medications based on symptom type.
Acid Reflux or GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) occurs when stomach acid flows back into the food pipe, causing irritation and discomfort.
Common symptoms include heartburn, chest discomfort, sour or bitter taste in the mouth, regurgitation, and difficulty swallowing.
Acid reflux can be caused by spicy or fatty foods, obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption, stress, and lying down immediately after meals.
Many cases improve with lifestyle changes and medication. Some people may need long-term treatment depending on severity.
Treatment includes dietary changes, weight management, medications to reduce acid production, and lifestyle modifications.
Liver disease refers to conditions that damage the liver, including fatty liver, hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, and cirrhosis.
Early symptoms may include fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, and abnormal liver blood test results.
Many liver diseases can be effectively treated or controlled if diagnosed early and managed properly.
Diagnosis may include blood tests, ultrasound, FibroScan, CT scan, MRI, or liver biopsy depending on the condition.
You should consult a specialist if you have persistent symptoms, abnormal liver tests, jaundice, or a known liver condition.
Constipation is commonly caused by low fiber intake, inadequate fluid consumption, lack of physical activity, stress, or changes in routine.
You should seek medical advice if constipation lasts longer than two weeks or is associated with severe pain, blood in stools, or weight loss.
Treatment includes increasing dietary fiber, drinking more fluids, regular exercise, lifestyle changes, and medications if required.
Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining, often caused by infection, excessive painkiller use, alcohol consumption, or stress.
Common symptoms include upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating, indigestion, and a feeling of fullness.
Yes, most cases of gastritis can be treated effectively with proper medication, dietary changes, and lifestyle modifications.
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, most commonly caused by gallstones or excessive alcohol consumption.
Symptoms include severe upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, and digestive problems.
Treatment may include hospitalization, pain control, intravenous fluids, dietary changes, and treating the underlying cause.
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by viral infections, alcohol use, autoimmune conditions, or certain medications.
Some types of hepatitis, such as Hepatitis A, B, and C, are contagious and can spread through food, blood, or body fluids.
Many forms of hepatitis are treatable, and some types can be completely cured with modern medical treatment.
Common gall bladder problems include gallstones, gall bladder inflammation (cholecystitis), and infections.
Symptoms may include pain in the upper right abdomen, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and pain after eating fatty foods.
Surgery is not always required. Mild cases may be managed with medication and diet changes, while severe cases may need surgical treatment.
Abdominal pain can be caused by digestive problems, gas, infections, ulcers, gall bladder issues, or liver-related conditions.
Abdominal pain should be taken seriously if it is severe, persistent, or accompanied by fever, vomiting, jaundice, or blood in stools.
Diagnosis may include physical examination, blood tests, ultrasound, CT scan, endoscopy, or other investigations based on symptoms.
Jaundice is a condition where the skin and eyes turn yellow due to increased levels of bilirubin in the blood.
Jaundice can be caused by liver disease, hepatitis, bile duct obstruction, gallstones, or blood-related disorders.
Jaundice itself is not a disease, but it can indicate a serious underlying condition and should be evaluated by a doctor.