What is grade 3 fatty liver?
According to Dr. Sandeep Kisan Rajput, Head and Associate Professor, Balrog Department (Pediatrics), YMT Medical College, Navi Mumbai (India), fatty liver is a condition in which fat accumulates in the liver cells. If left untreated, this condition can lead to more serious liver diseases such as hepatitis, cirrhosis or liver cancer. Fatty liver disease is divided into three grades depending on the severity of fat accumulation in the liver.
Grade 3 fatty liver is the most severe stage of the three classification levels. At this stage, fat accounts for more than 30% of the liver weight, causing changes in the structure of liver cells, which can lead to hepatitis, fibrosis, and even liver failure if not treated promptly.
Causes and risk factors of grade 2-3 fatty liver
According to Dr. Sandeep Kisan Rajput, there are many factors that contribute to the formation of grade 2-3 fatty liver, with the main causes mainly related to lifestyle and underlying diseases. Important risk factors include:
Obesity and overweight: This is the main cause, excess fat accumulates in the liver causing fatty liver.
Diabetes and high cholesterol: People with these conditions are at higher risk of developing fatty liver disease due to metabolic disorders and fat accumulation in the liver.
Unhealthy diet: Processed foods, sugary drinks, and unhealthy fats contribute to increased fat in the liver.
Sedentary lifestyle: Lack of exercise slows down the body's fat metabolism, leading to fat accumulation in the liver.
Certain medications: Certain medications such as corticosteroids and HIV medications can cause fat to build up in the liver.
Management of grade 3 fatty liver disease
To manage grade 3 fatty liver, focus on the following methods, says Dr. Sandeep Kisan Rajput:
Weight management: Losing even a small amount of weight can improve liver function and reduce excess fat.
Healthy diet: Limit sugar, processed foods, and unhealthy fats. Increase vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.
Exercise: Do at least 150 minutes of light exercise each week to burn fat and improve liver health.
Monitor blood sugar and cholesterol: Controlling these levels helps prevent liver damage.
These measures help control the disease and prevent serious complications.
Conclude
Dr. Sandeep Kisan Rajput emphasized that grade 3 fatty liver is a serious condition and can lead to many dangerous complications if not treated promptly. However, if you are aware of the problem and make lifestyle changes, along with the support of your doctor, you can control and improve your health condition.
