How to treat hepatitis B coexisting with fatty liver?

Written by Ye Xi Yong
Infectious Diseases
Updated on September 01, 2024
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The coexistence of hepatitis B and fatty liver can exacerbate liver damage and may also affect the treatment efficacy of hepatitis B virus. For patients with both hepatitis B and fatty liver, in addition to monitoring and treatment for hepatitis B, it is important to adjust their diet and lifestyle, limit fat intake, engage in physical exercise, and promptly eliminate fatty liver. For carriers of the hepatitis B virus, before initiating antiviral therapy, if liver function abnormalities occur, it is necessary to determine whether the liver damage is due to fatty liver or active hepatitis B virus. Treatments can include protecting the liver and eliminating fatty liver. If the response to treatment is unsatisfactory, antiviral treatment for hepatitis should be considered.

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What should I do if I have mild fatty liver?

Mild fatty liver primarily requires dietary adjustments. It is necessary to quit smoking and drinking, and avoid high-calorie, high-fat foods such as greasy, rich dishes, fried foods, and animal organs. It is beneficial to consume light, easily digestible foods, such as fruits and vegetables. Secondly, increasing physical activity is important because exercise can metabolize fats, which positively impacts patients with mild fatty liver. Thirdly, control of blood lipids is crucial. If hyperlipidemia occurs, it should be treated with medication to lower blood lipids. Fourthly, maintain a regular routine and avoid excessive fatigue or staying up late.

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Does having fatty liver and farting a lot mean expelling fat?

Fatty liver causing frequent flatulence does not involve expelling fats. The condition may be due to indigestion and rapid intestinal movements caused by the fatty liver. In such cases, further comprehensive auxiliary examinations are required, such as liver function tests, colonoscopy, hepatic imaging studies, and lipid tests to identify the causes of these symptoms and provide appropriate treatment based on those causes. Treatment can include the use of compound digestive enzymes to aid digestion, as well as medications like Bacillus cereus and Bifidobacterium tribacillus to regulate the gut flora. Patients with fatty liver should also control their diet by adopting a low-fat diet and engaging in feasible physical exercise and weight loss. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What is fatty liver?

Fatty liver is a pathological condition caused by excessive accumulation of fat in liver cells due to various reasons, which impairs the liver's normal functions. This is a relatively common liver pathology. Patients may experience symptoms like fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and discomfort in the upper right abdomen, primarily treated in the departments of gastroenterology and hepatology. The population at higher risk includes patients with diabetes, alcohol abuse, obesity, and those who have undergone excessive weight loss. Fatty liver can also occur during pregnancy. Patients may experience impaired liver function, and in severe cases, they may develop fatty liver hepatitis or fatty liver cirrhosis.

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What to eat for fatty liver?

Fatty liver refers to the decreased ability of the liver to metabolize fats or an increase in blood lipids. In such cases, it is first important to pay attention to a light diet, eat more vegetables, and drink more water, which is conducive to the metabolism of triglycerides. Additionally, it is best to avoid greasy and spicy foods, as excessively fatty foods can also enter the bloodstream after digestion and absorption, further burdening the liver. It is also important to engage in more outdoor exercise to enhance physical fitness and reduce the accumulation of fats.

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How is fatty liver treated in young people?

Fatty liver can include alcoholic fatty liver and non-alcoholic fatty liver, with non-alcoholic fatty liver being common among young people. The treatment principles for these patients are: first, remove the cause and inducement, control the primary disease. Second, adjust the dietary plan, correct nutritional imbalances. Third, engage in physical exercise, primarily aerobic exercise, to control weight. Fourth, maintain normal blood lipids and blood sugar levels. Fifth, correct unhealthy behaviors, such as binge eating and lack of physical activity. Sixth, when necessary, take medications for liver protection, lipid reduction, and anti-fibrosis.