What Does Mildly Enlarged Liver With Slightly Low Density Indicate?

Posted on Fri, 13 Nov 2015

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Question : Diagnosed with mildly enlarged liver and slightly low density. What does this mean?

Answered by Dr. Vivek Chail (38 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You liver has mildly enlarged in size and has increased fat content

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX,
Thanks for writing in to us.

I have read through your query in detail.
Please find my observations below.

1. You are probably referring to your CT scan abdomen report findings. The liver is enlarged in size and having slightly low density. This means that you have a liver which is slightly larger than normal and probably there in increase in fat content. Therefore findings indicate an larger liver with increased fat. Please get blood test for liver function done and discuss with your doctor.

Hope your query is answered.
Please do write back if you have any doubts.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Vivek Chail (3 minutes later)

All bloodwork came back in normal ranges. Should I have any other concerns?

Answered by Dr. Vivek Chail (5 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Mild fatty enlarged liver is not a serious problem but please do all tests

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX,
Thanks for writing back with an update.

1. Many people with enlarged and mild fatty liver are healthy, especially in people who are over weight and have a large frame.

2. I hope your blood test including complete blood count, liver function test and lipid profile are normal. If lipid profile is not done then please have it done.

3. If you consume high amounts of alcohol and oily foods then please reduce it.

Hope your query is answered.
Please do write back if you have any doubts.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar