One of the most overlooked truths about fatty liver is that many patients wait for pain before taking action.
Another problem is that people often focus only on liver function blood tests.
Dr Puri explains, “Common investigations include blood tests which include liver function tests, thyroid function tests, lipid profile.
What many miss is that fatty liver is not just a liver issue.
In many cases, the liver becomes the first visible sign that the body’s metabolic system is under strain.
One of the most overlooked truths about fatty liver is that many patients wait for pain before taking action. But the liver is remarkably silent. It continues functioning even under stress, which creates a false sense of safety.
Another problem is that people often focus only on liver function blood tests. While these tests are useful, they do not always tell the full story.
Dr Puri explains, “Common investigations include blood tests which include liver function tests, thyroid function tests, lipid profile. Importantly fibroscan can help diagnose the level of fibrosis in the liver.”
Fibroscan is increasingly being recommended because it helps doctors assess liver stiffness and scarring without invasive procedures.
What many miss is that fatty liver is not just a liver issue. It is closely tied to diabetes, heart disease, insulin resistance, high cholesterol, sleep problems, and obesity. In many cases, the liver becomes the first visible sign that the body’s metabolic system is under strain.
This is why specialists now encourage earlier screening, especially for people with belly fat, diabetes, PCOS, high triglycerides, or family history of metabolic disorders.
