Fatty Liver Pakistan Cases Rising as Experts Warn of Health Crisis
Fatty liver Pakistan cases are rising rapidly, health experts warned during a major conference in Peshawar. Specialists said nearly half of the country’s adults may be living with fatty liver disease because of obesity, unhealthy diets and inactive lifestyles. Doctors explained that the condition often develops silently and may remain unnoticed for years. However, untreated fatty liver disease can lead to serious complications, including liver failure, cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Obesity and Diet Raising Risks
Experts at the Pakistan GI and Liver Disease Society conference said junk food consumption and lack of exercise were major causes behind the growing crisis. They added that children and even lean individuals were now developing the disease because of poor eating habits and metabolic problems. In addition, doctors warned that fatty liver disease increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease and other long-term health conditions.
PGLDS President Dr Lubna Kamani said Pakistan urgently needed stronger awareness campaigns and better screening services. She also highlighted the shortage of trained female gastroenterologists, saying many women still struggle to access proper medical care.
Early Diagnosis Remains Essential
Former PGLDS president Prof Sajjad Jamil urged people to improve their lifestyles and avoid processed foods. He encouraged regular exercise and timely medical treatment to prevent liver disease from worsening. Meanwhile, Prof Shahid Ahmed advised patients to seek qualified doctors instead of relying on untrained practitioners.
Experts Discuss New Treatments
Specialists also discussed advances in Hepatitis B treatment and modern weight-loss medicines, including semaglutide. Experts believe healthier lifestyles, early diagnosis and improved healthcare access can help reduce fatty liver Pakistan cases nationwide.
Doctors at the conference stressed that changes can protect liver health They recommended balanced meals daily walks and medical checkups According to specialists education and support will play a role in preventing liver disease cases
