Fatty Liver Disease

About Fatty Liver Disease

Fatty liver disease is the build-up of excess fat in liver cells. It is commonly linked to obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol or alcohol, and can progress to inflammation and scarring if not addressed.

Common symptoms

• Often no symptoms in early stages
• Fatigue
• Discomfort in the upper right abdomen
• Abnormal liver tests or ultrasound

How Dr. Noor can help

Dr. Mohd. Talha Noor begins with a detailed history and examination, then advises only the tests that are needed, such as blood tests, ultrasound or endoscopy. Treatment is planned around the cause and may include medication, diet and lifestyle guidance, or endoscopic procedures where appropriate.

When to see a gastroenterologist

See a specialist if symptoms are persistent, getting worse, or come with warning signs such as blood in vomit or stool, black stools, jaundice, difficulty swallowing, unexplained weight loss or severe pain.

This information is for general awareness and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.