Fatty Liver?

[DB1119 0]

Hi All,

I am just beginning the process. I have a question. I have a fatty liver (diagnosed years ago). Will this prevent me from having the surgery?

Thanks,

Dawn

[OnTheWay to Thin 0]

It depends on your doc and the severity of the problem. They may have you go on a special liver shrink diet for a while to lessen the issue as I have seen that done many times. Talk to the dr and they will let you know what you need to do.

[TopTier 0]

I wonder how you diagnose a fatty liver?

[lacey wants to feel bette 0]

i have a fatty liver i am being banded on july 27 they are putting on a special diet called prescript fit prior to my surg to shrink it

[OnTheWay to Thin 0]

They can tell by liver function tests that there is an issue (this is a simple blood test) and they will usually confirm with an ultrasound of the liver.

[malissa 0]

I also was diagnosed with a fatty liver well before surgery.

My doctor emphasized the importance of sticking to the pre-op diet. I did - and the surgery was a success the first time around.

Good Luck!

[DB1119 0]

The fatty liver was diagnosed through a blood test. I have blood tests annually to monitor my Liver Enzymes. When the fatty liver was first discovered I had a liver biopsy to rule out cirhosis & hepatitis.