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Fatty liver

Trusted information about fatty liver, what it is, how drinking too much alcohol and eating too much causes it, diagnosis and treatments including weigh loss.

Fatty liver diagnosis

Fatty liver can be diagnosed by your doctor examining your abdomen and looking for signs of liver disease. Learn about other tests used to diagnose fatty liver.

What causes fatty liver?

Fatty liver can be caused by many things such as drinking too much alcohol or eating too much. Learn more about the common causes of fatty liver.

Liver cancer diagnosis

Liver cancer is a cancer affecting the cells of your liver. It is among the top ten causes of cancer deaths in Australia. Find out more about liver cancer including its diagnosis.

Cirrhosis of the liver

Cirrhosis is permanent scarring of the liver caused by a range of liver diseases and conditions. Find out more about what it is, its symptoms and treatment options.

Liver cancer

Liver cancer is one of the top 10 causes of cancer deaths in Australia. Learn more here about liver cancer and the different types and treatments.

Risk and causes of liver cancer

Liver cancer is a cancer affecting the cells of your liver. It is among the top ten causes of cancer deaths in Australia. Find out more about liver cancer.

Liver cancer symptoms

Liver cancer is a cancer affecting the cells of your liver. It is among the top ten causes of cancer deaths in Australia. Find out more about liver cancer including its symptoms.

Liver cancer treatment

Liver cancer is a cancer affecting the cells of your liver. It is among the top ten causes of cancer deaths in Australia. Find out more about liver cancer including the different types of treatments.

Liver biopsy

A liver biopsy removes small pieces of tissue from your liver using a needle. The procedure is performed by a radiologist (doctor who specialises in x-rays and scans).

Fatty liver treatment

If you have fatty liver, your doctor will advise you on possible lifestyle changes and how to treat it. Learn more about the different treatment options available.

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