Medical articles of Fatty liver

08/01/2026
Dr Deb Ghosh
Gastroenterologist
Fatty liver disease: why it’s more serious than most people think
Fatty liver disease is often dismissed as a minor health issue, yet many people are unaware that it can progress silently and lead to serious liver complications if left untreated. In this article, a consultant gastroenterologist explores what fatty liver disease is, why it matters, the risks it carries, and what you can do to protect your liver health.
18/09/2025
Dr Vishal Chandrakant Patel
Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Endoscopy
Fatty liver disease: Causes, treatment, and holistic care
Fatty liver disease is becoming increasingly common in the UK, yet many people remain unaware they have it. Often symptom-free in its early stages, it can quietly progress to liver inflammation, scarring, or, in severe cases, cirrhosis.
05/08/2025
Professor Patrick Kennedy
Hepatologist
Getting control of deranged liver enzymes
Liver enzymes are proteins produced by the liver that play a vital role in many important bodily processes, including digestion and detoxification. When blood tests show that these enzymes are raised, this is referred to as deranged liver enzymes. While often found incidentally, raised liver enzymes can sometimes signal an underlying liver condition that requires further attention. In this article, a consultant hepatologist explains the dangers of deranged liver enzymes, and how they can be managed.
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18/06/2025
Dr Jude A. Oben
Hepatologist
Why should patients with type 2 diabetes be screened for liver disease?
Leading consultant gastroenterologist Dr Jude A. Oben provides a detailed insight into screening patients with type 2 diabetes for MASLD, via evidence reflecting the importance of this process being added to future UK clinical guidance.
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18/02/2025
Dr Deepak Joshi
Hepatology
What to know about fatty liver disease
Fatty liver disease is the buildup of fat and triglycerides in the liver. While some fat in the liver is normal as it is used in the production of bile for digestion, when the fat content supersedes 10% in the liver, this can impede liver function. In this article, a consultant hepatologist explains fatty liver disease.
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04/02/2025
Dr Jeremy Cobbold
Consultant Hepatologist
What lifestyle changes can I make to improve my liver health?
The liver plays a vital role in digestion, metabolism, and detoxification. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help prevent liver disease and improve overall liver function.
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02/12/2024
Dr Jeremy Cobbold
Consultant Hepatologist
Can you live a long life with liver disease, and how do hepatologists help?
Liver disease is a broad term that encompasses a range of conditions affecting the liver, from fatty liver disease and hepatitis to cirrhosis and liver cancer. While liver disease can have serious implications, many individuals can live long and fulfilling lives with proper management and care. Hepatologists—specialists in liver health—play a crucial role in diagnosing, treating, and managing these conditions to optimise outcomes and improve quality of life.
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08/10/2024
Dr Jeremy Cobbold
Consultant Hepatologist
What is metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease?
Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is a newly defined condition that represents a shift in understanding liver disease in relation to metabolic health. It’s a major cause of liver issues globally and is linked to metabolic conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance. This new definition aims to be more inclusive and accurate in capturing a wider range of patients affected by liver disease associated with metabolic dysfunction.
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21/02/2024
Dr Jude A. Oben
Gastroenterologist
A quick guide to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is a liver condition that affects 25 million people globally. In his latest online interview, renowned consultant gastroenterologist Dr Jude A. Oben offers his expert insight into this condition, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
02/01/2024
Professor Emmanouil Tsochatzis
Hepatologist
An expert insight into fatty liver disease
Fatty liver disease is the most common cause of liver disease, affecting an estimated 1 in 4 people in the UK. Here, Professor Emmanouil Tsochatzis, renowned consultant hepatologist in London, provides an expert insight.