Your liver may not get as much attention as your pancreas when it comes to diabetes, but it plays a major role in blood sugar management. Over time, insulin resistance can lead to fat buildup on the liver, inflammation, and liver scarring, often without any symptoms. Learn why liver disease is so common in people with diabetes, and what you can do now to stop it in its tracks.
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There’s no nice way to hear the word fat about any body part, even one you didn’t know could be judged! Fatty liver disease is one of the most common conditions in people with type 2 diabetes, but it often flies under the radar until advanced stages. Dr. E explains who should be screened (and when), how it’s diagnosed, and the two newly approved medications that can help slow its progression.
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You can’t always feel chronic inflammation, but it serves as the foundation for the development of heart, kidney, and liver disease. The good news is that keeping inflammation in check may be easier than you think. Learn how everyday habits can fuel the fire or put it out.
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