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fatty liver is dangerous - #13052

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I am really worried about my health right now. A few months ago, I went for my regular check-up and the doctor mentioned that my liver enzymes were elevated. I didn’t think much of it until they did an ultrasound and told me I have fatty liver. The doctor said fatty liver is dangerous and that I could be at risk for more serious liver issues down the line. Like, that really freaked me out! I thought it might just be a little issue but now I'm reading about how fatty liver can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure and it feels overwhelming. I've been trying to eat better and exercise, but I still feel so lost. How can I know if my condition is serious? What kinds of tests should I ask for? Does fatty liver always lead to problems, or are there cases where it stays harmless? Also, how fast can fatty liver get worse? Like, if I change my diet now, how much difference can it actually make? I'm doing my best to understand that fatty liver is dangerous, but I'm not sure what steps to take to make sure I don’t end up with major issues later. Any advice would really help!

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