Fatty liver disease

Fatty liver disease is a term used to refer to a group of disorders characterized by abnormal amounts of fat in the liver. Together, these diseases are estimated to affect more than one-third of people in the U.S. and other industrialized countries.

Fatty liver disease treatment approaches will depend on the condition’s exact cause. But patients are generally encouraged to make lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, that aim to promote weight loss and reduce the amount of fat in the body.