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Mild fatty liver disease is when the liver contains more than five percent of its weight in fat. This can be caused by factors such as heavy alcohol use, Hepatitis C, too much iron, or obesity.
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What does NHDL stand for in blood tests?
Non-High Density Lipoprotein. It is a marker for a "fatty liver" not caused by alcohol.
What is the role of heme in cell metabolism in the liver?
In the liver, heme is a component of several vital enzymes, particularly cytochrome P450, involved in the metabolism of chemicals, vitamins, fatty acids, and hormones.
What is amphibolism?
Amphibolism is the integration of catabolism(complex break down into small molecules) and anabolism(complex synthesized from small).Beta-oxidation of fatty acids by the liver is an example of amphibolism.
What is the problem with elevated liver enzymes?
Elevated liver enzymes, often detected through a blood test, indicate potential liver damage or inflammation. The liver produces enzymes as part of its normal function, but when the liver is injured or inflamed, it releases higher amounts of these enzymes into the bloodstream. The most common liver enzymes measured in a blood test are alanine transaminase (ALT) and aspartate transaminase (AST). Potential causes of elevated liver enzymes include: Liver Diseases: Conditions such as hepatitis, fatty liver disease, or cirrhosis can lead to increased enzyme levels. Medications: Certain drugs and medications, including over-the-counter pain relievers, can affect the liver and cause enzyme elevation. Alcohol Consumption: Excessive alcohol intake can lead to liver inflammation and elevated enzymes. Infections: Viral infections, particularly hepatitis viruses, can impact the liver and result in elevated enzyme levels. Autoimmune Disorders: Conditions where the immune system mistakenly targets the liver can cause inflammation and elevated enzymes. Metabolic Conditions: Conditions like hemochromatosis or Wilson's disease can affect the liver and lead to enzyme elevation. Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): Accumulation of fat in the liver, unrelated to alcohol consumption, can cause elevated enzymes.
What do fats break down into?
first of all, fat is broken down into 3 fatty acids and 1 glycerol molecule. how? a little enzyme, called lipase, is formed in the pancreas(near your liver) like all enzymes, it is shaped to perfectly fit its object, in this case, fat using its awesome 'skill', it separates the fat, and there you have it!
What is mild hapatomegaly with fatty infiltration and focal area of fat sparing?
Mild hepatomegaly with fatty infiltration and focal are of fat sparing is basically fatty deposits in the liver.
What means fatty infiltration of liver and what is it's treatment and what is the difference between fatty infiltration of liver and fatty liver?
the liver shows increased echogenicity compatible with fatty ifiltration.
Your alt blood test is 70 is that really bad?
An alt blood test is a test of your liver enzymes. An alt of 70 shows mild to moderate fatty liver, and is not bad.
Is heterogeneous liver a prelude to liver cancer?
It depends, I was diagnosed with a mild heterogeneous liver back in February 2012. My doctor seems to think it is a mild alcoholic induced fatty liver. My liver panels have always and still do come back normal. I would definitely talk to your doctor, if you are worried and ask for a liver biposy to rule out all possibilities if you wish to pursue that far.
How can you disquise a fatty liver?
It's not possible to disguise the existence of a fatty liver.
Which poisoning has yellow fatty liver?
Phosphorus poisoning causes yellow fatty liver.
What is fatty liver disease and can it spread to other parts of the body?
Fatty liver disease is an accumulation of triglyceride fat in the liver cells. Fatty liver disease is a reversible condition, and does not spread to other parts of the body.
How does fatty liver impact your health?
You get fat liver.
Is liver steatosis the same as fatty liver?
Yes.
How does fatty liver disease impact your health?
You get fat liver.
Diffusely increased in echotexture of the liver?
Diffusely increased echotexture in the liver is typical of a fatty liver. When a liver is fatty it takes on a spongy appearance. This can be caused by either alcoholic or non alcoholic reasons.
Can you die from a fatty liver?
yes
