fatty liver

noun

Meaning

The condition of having an excessive accumulation of fat within liver cells.

Examples

Doctors often recommend weight loss and dietary changes to reverse a mild case of fatty liver.
Alcohol consumption is a common cause of fatty liver, though it can also occur in people who do not drink.

Synonyms: steatosis, hepatic steatosis

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fatty liver

noun

Pronunciation: ˈfæti ˈlɪvər

Definition

The condition of having an excessive accumulation of fat within liver cells.

Examples

Doctors often recommend weight loss and dietary changes to reverse a mild case of fatty liver.
Alcohol consumption is a common cause of fatty liver, though it can also occur in people who do not drink.

Synonyms of fatty liver

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