Mar 27, 2024, 08:03 PM IST
Excessive and chronic alcohol consumption can lead to alcoholic liver disease, including fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, and cirrhosis.
Infections with hepatitis viruses, such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and hepatitis E, can cause inflammation and damage to the liver, leading to liver disease.
This condition occurs when fat accumulates in the liver of people who drink little to no alcohol. It's often associated with obesity, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol levels.
Obesity increases the risk of developing fatty liver disease and can progress to more severe forms of liver disease like non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and cirrhosis.
Certain medications, including acetaminophen (paracetamol), can cause liver damage if taken in high doses or over a long period.
Conditions like autoimmune hepatitis, primary biliary cholangitis, and primary sclerosing cholangitis occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the liver, leading to inflammation and damage.
Chronic infections with hepatitis B or hepatitis C viruses can lead to ongoing liver inflammation and damage, potentially progressing to cirrhosis or liver cancer if left untreated.
Diets high in sugar, unhealthy fats, and processed foods can contribute to the development of fatty liver disease and obesity, increasing the risk of liver damage over time.
Conditions like metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes can increase the risk of developing liver disease, particularly NAFLD and NASH.