2 diabetes
Metabolic syndrome
Certain inherited conditions
Some medications or supplements
NIDDK identifies alcohol-associated liver disease, chronic hepatitis B or C, and metabolic fatty liver disease among major causes of cirrhosis.
How Doctors Actually Check Liver Health
Symptoms alone cannot confirm liver disease.
Evaluation may involve:
Medical history
Physical examination
Liver blood tests
Bilirubin measurements
Imaging such as ultrasound
Tests for viral hepatitis
Additional testing when necessary
Doctors may discover liver problems during routine blood tests even when a person has no symptoms.
When Should You Seek Urgent Medical Care?
