The liver has a number of important roles in digestion, metabolism, food processing and detoxification. Liver problems such as fatty liver, hepatitis and jaundice and liver fibrosis can be present and need time for medical evaluation.
Dr. Akshay Kulkarni offers Hepatology & Liver Care in Aurangabad to treat patients with different liver disorders and complaints. A thorough clinical evaluation may be helpful to determine the potential cause of symptoms or abnormal liver tests and direct the correct management.
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that treats diseases of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and other organs involved. Depending on liver condition, liver care may involve clinical assessment, blood tests, imaging, lifestyle advice, medication and follow up.
If patients have liver function tests (LFT) abnormalities, persistent digestive symptoms or liver diseases, they can profit from consulting a liver specialist in Aurangabad.
Clinical assessment, targeted testing and follow-up are combined to identify the cause of liver symptoms and guide appropriate management.
Fatty liver occurs when there is increased fat inside liver cells. Management will include dietary changes, exercise, weight management (if appropriate), control of associated health conditions and regular monitoring.
Hepatitis is the inflammation of the liver and can be caused by various reasons including viral infections. Evaluation and treatment are based on the type of hepatitis, its severity and the patient's overall health.
Jaundice is yellow skin or eyes and may be caused by liver disease, bile duct disease, gall bladder disease, infection or other causes. Blood tests and imaging might be suggested to find out the cause.
Liver fibrosis is the development of scar tissue as a result of liver damage that has been going on for a long time. Evaluation may involve blood tests, imaging tests or an assessment of liver stiffness (noninvasively) to determine the degree of liver involvement.
If liver function tests are abnormal, if the person is having liver problems and the liver is fatty or if the person has hepatitis, liver problems, jaundice, suspected liver fibrosis or any other ongoing liver problem, a liver specialist consultation may be appropriate.
If you have any of these symptoms, you may need a medical evaluation:
Abnormal liver function test results may indicate a problem that requires further investigation. If your child suddenly develops yellow eyes, plus severe abdominal pain, confusion, vomiting, fever, and/or weakness, seek immediate medical care.
There are various possible causes of liver problems, which usually require a combination of physical examination, blood tests, imaging tests, and a review of the patient's symptoms and medical history for diagnosis.
Hepatology focuses on conditions involving the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and related organs. Common concerns include fatty liver, hepatitis, jaundice, and liver fibrosis.
Consider consultation if you have abnormal liver function tests, persistent fatigue, jaundice, fatty liver, hepatitis, abdominal symptoms, or a known history of liver disease.
Many cases can be managed through appropriate lifestyle changes and treatment of associated health conditions. The management approach depends on the cause and extent of liver involvement.
Depending on the clinical situation, tests may include liver function tests, viral hepatitis testing, ultrasound, elastography, or other imaging and laboratory investigations.
Liver fibrosis is the formation of scar tissue following ongoing liver injury. Evaluation helps determine the extent of fibrosis and supports appropriate management.
Certain types of hepatitis can cause prolonged liver inflammation and may lead to liver damage if not appropriately managed. Diagnosis and regular monitoring are important.
A consultation with Dr. Akshay Kulkarni can help you understand what's behind your symptoms and the right next step for your liver health.
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