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<h2 style="text-align: center">Liver Disease: A Silent Threat Closer Than You Think!</h2>
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Liver disease is a common health problem and one of the leading causes of death among Thai people, especially Fatty Liver, a condition where fat accumulates in the liver exceeding 5% of the liver&#8217;s weight. If left untreated, it may progress to chronic hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, and eventually develop into liver cancer.
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What makes liver disease dangerous is that in the early stages, it often shows no symptoms. Many patients are unaware they have a problem until it reaches a severe stage. Liver health screening is therefore a method that helps you &#8220;know early, prevent early.&#8221;
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<h2>Causes and Risk Factors of Liver Disease</h2>
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<li>Eating habits – Consuming high-fat, high-sugar, and high-calorie foods leads to fat accumulation in the liver.</li>
<li>Obesity and high blood lipids – People with a body mass index above the standard are more likely to develop fatty liver than the general population.</li>
<li>Alcohol consumption – Drinking large amounts of alcohol continuously is a major cause of liver cirrhosis.</li>
<li>Diabetes – Insulin resistance affects fat accumulation in the liver.</li>
<li>Continuous use of medications or herbs – Some drugs and herbs, if used for a long time, may affect the liver.</li>
<li>Hepatitis B and C virus infections – Important factors causing chronic hepatitis and liver cirrhosis.</li>
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<h2>Symptoms to Watch For</h2>
People with early-stage liver disease often do not show clear symptoms, but as the disease progresses, symptoms may include:
<ul>
<li>Fatigue and weakness</li>
<li>Loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss</li>
<li>Abdominal fullness, bloating</li>
<li>Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice)</li>
<li>Abdominal swelling with fluid accumulation</li>
<li>Easy bleeding or bruising</li>
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Observing these symptoms may help you recognize the problem, but it is best to have regular liver health check-ups, especially for at-risk groups.
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<h2>Complications of Liver Disease</h2>
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<li>Liver cirrhosis: A condition where liver cells are destroyed and replaced by scar tissue, causing liver function deterioration.</li>
<li>Esophageal varices: Risk of rupture and severe bleeding.</li>
<li>Liver cancer: The most severe condition, mostly resulting from untreated chronic hepatitis and cirrhosis.</li>
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<h2>Liver Examination Using Transient Elastography Technology</h2>
This technology works similarly to ultrasound by sending waves to assess &#8220;liver stiffness&#8221; and &#8220;amount of fat accumulation,&#8221; allowing doctors to accurately diagnose chronic liver disease.
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<h2>Advantages of the Examination</h2>
<ul>
<li>Fast, convenient, and immediate results</li>
<li>Safe and harmless to the body</li>
<li>Painless and can be repeated to monitor changes</li>
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<h2>Preparation Before the Examination</h2>
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<li>Fasting from food and drink for at least 3-4 hours</li>
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<h2>Groups That Should Not Be Examined</h2>
<ul>
<li>People with implanted medical devices such as pacemakers</li>
<li>People with ascites</li>
<li>Pregnant women</li>
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<h2>Who Should Get a Liver Check-Up?</h2>
<ul>
<li>Those with a family history of liver cancer</li>
<li>People infected with hepatitis B or C viruses</li>
<li>Patients with obesity, high blood lipids, or diabetes</li>
<li>People who have consumed alcohol continuously for a long time</li>
<li>Those who use medications and herbs continuously</li>
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<h2>Guidelines for Liver Disease Care and Prevention</h2>
<ul>
<li>Maintain a healthy weight within the standard range</li>
<li>Avoid alcohol consumption</li>
<li>Exercise regularly</li>
<li>Choose nutritious foods and reduce fried, fatty, and very sweet foods</li>
<li>Have annual health check-ups, especially liver examinations for at-risk groups</li>
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<h2>Get Your Liver Checked Today to Protect Your Future</h2>
Liver disease is a silent threat that may show no symptoms until it reaches a dangerous stage. Early detection allows doctors to plan treatment and prevent progression to severe conditions such as cirrhosis or liver cancer.
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For more information, please contact
Gastroenterology and Liver Disease Center
Building 1, 3rd Floor, Phyathai 1 Hospital
Tel. 02-201-4600 ext. 2176

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