Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Causes
The particular underlying cause of NASH is still not known though several factors are said to contribute to the development of NASH which are: Middle-aged individuals are often affected Being Overweight or Obesity Insulin resistance Toxic inflammatory proteins which is releases by fat cells Oxidative stress inside liver cells
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Definition
It is a common ?silent? liver disease. It is similar to alcoholic liver disease but it occurs in individuals who drink little or no alcohol. Its distinctive feature is fat in the liver with swelling and injury. Most individuals do not feel or are not aware that they have a problem in the liver.
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Diagnosis
Routine blood tests ? to check for liver elevations X-rays Liver biopsy
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Symptoms and Signs
Symptoms are usually felt in the advanced stage of the condition. Symptoms in the advanced are fatigue, weight loss and weakness. NASH can take years or decades to progress and can even reverse on its own without any medical intervention. If the case worsens, it leads to scarring of the liver which is referred to as fibrosis. Fibrosis leads to the serious scarring, hardening and abnormal functioning of the liver.
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Treatment
There are no particular therapies for NASH though doctors recommend patients to loss weight, follow a healthy and balanced diet, physical activity should be increased, reduce alcohol intake and avoid unnecessary medications.