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Liver Disease in Texas

Dr. Bharat Pothuri Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bharat Pothuri, MD, FACG  |  Updated 03-17-2026

Our award winning hepatology team with high levels of skills are at GastroDoxs, Houston where we offer a full diagnosis, healthcare and thrilling liver treatment with counsel of adults and continuous hepatic management throughout the Houston region, with exceptional locally dependable craft undisputed.

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Condition Overview

Our award winning hepatology team with high levels of skills are at GastroDoxs, Houston where we offer a full diagnosis, healthcare and thrilling liver treatment with counsel of adults and continuous hepatic management throughout the Houston region, with exceptional locally dependable craft undisputed.

Symptoms

What Is Liver Disease?

Liver disease refers to any complication that destroys the liver and affects its operation. This may manifest in fatty liver disease (including non-alcoholic steatohepatitis or NASH), viral hepatitis (A, B, C) and autoimmune liver disease, cirrhosis and other late-stage liver failure. Lifestyle change and early diagnosis can significantly enhance their results.

Common Symptoms

The symptoms depend on the type and stage of the disease and can emerge with the existing stages of the disease. Key warning signs include:

  • Unusual skin and eye (yellowing) or eye exuberance (jaundice)
  • Urinary dark and stools have a conch colored shade.
  • Abdominal pain or swelling
  • Constant fatigue or drowsiness.
  • Calculable itching on the skin or clear rashes.
  • Unintentional weight loss
  • Easy bruising or bleeding

Causes

Liver damage and disease may be caused by a number of factors:

  • Obesity type 2 diabetes (fatty liver disease), metabolic syndrome or type 2 diabetes.
  • Hepatitis A, B or C- Viral infections.
  • Self-destructive or auto immune attacks on liver.
  • The excessive use of alcohol.
  • Embryonic conditions (e.g., mosaic formations) Inherited genetic diseases (e.g., Wilson's disease)
  • Some drugs, poisons or some environmental exposures.
  • Other diseases (e.g. Graves' disease) produce secondary effects.

Treatment Options

Treatment Options for Fatty Liver at GastroDoxs in Houston

Therapy involves lifestyle interventions and treatment:

  • Weight loss: A weight reduction of 5-10 percent of body weight would hugely decrease hepatic fat and swelling.
  • Customized diet plan:The low sugar and high fiber diet that focuses on consumption of green foliage, low protein, whole grains, and healthy (unsaturated) fats is useful in liver health.
  • 7-day meal plan: The plan is a structured week of meal that will kick-stare sustainable and liver-friendly food consumption.
  • Exercise program: One hundred and fifty minimum minutes of moderate intensity exercise cardio and cardiac training weekly to enhance metabolic rate.
  • Supplements: Vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids and other specific nutrients can be prescribed to look down inflammation.
  • Blood tests:Periodic checking of liver enzymes (ALT, AST), lipid levels, and glucose levels to monitor the progress.
  • Medications: NASH, insulin resistance, or coexisting hepatitis is prescribed with medication, as specified by your specialist.
  • Noninvasive fibrosis tests, ultrasound elastography and thematic referrals to liver transplantation or liver biopsy, respectively.

What Else Should You Know?

Why Choose GastroDoxs?

Specializing in patient-centered liver care and extensive solutions of liver diagnostics and effective treatment of all liver disease stages, GastroDoxs is an organization offering its services to middle-income clients seeking to address their sick liver. We are so personal and caring in you getting help and support that you require- be it through dealing with fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis and assuring you of a transplant. Concerned about the health of your liver? With our Houston experts being the best in the business, you can schedule a visit to us to receive the start of a healthier and more vibrant life.

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About the Author

Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is fatty liver the same as NASH?

No. NASH (Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis) is a more severe variant of fatty liver disease when the liver fat accumulation actually takes place but accompanied by inflammation and the destruction of liver cells.

Can Graves' disease affect the liver?

Yes. In spite of the fact that Graves disease affects the liver in its actions, such chaos may significantly affect the thyroid and produces high liver enzymes or other deformities.

Can liver disease cause skin rashes?

Yes. When the bile salts accumulate in the blood because of the failure on the liver to carry out its duties, it may deposit in the skin making the skin itch or develop rashes.

What is the life expectancy with fatty liver?

Through early detection, lifestyle changes and proper management, several of these individuals with the fatty liver may have long, healthy lives without major complications.

What does end-stage liver disease mean?

The last stage of persistent liver injury is behind manifested as end-stage liver disease or decompensated cirrhosis when the liver becomes unable to conduct vital processes and transplantation is necessary.

Why are stools pale in liver disease?

These pale stools arise when the production of bile to the intestines is decreased or it is clogged in such a way that the normal bile colors are unable to color the deposits.

What medications help fatty liver?

Various medications such as vitamin E, pioglitazone, and medications still in clinical trial are possible treatment and may assist in the decrease of inflammation and promote liver health.

What's the best liver-friendly diet?

A liver-friendly meal plan focuses on whole food-fruits, vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and minimizes a high amount of added sugars, refined carbohydrates, and unhealthy fats.

What's the ICD-10 code for fatty liver?

What is more commonly used are the ICD-10 code of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease which is K76.0.

How long can you live with NASH?

NASH affects life expectancy depending on the stage of the disease and the characteristics of each individual, yet with an early diagnosis and a lifestyle change and medication, many patients can successfully cope with the disease.

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