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Fatty Liver Risk Soars Post-Menopause for Women
5 Apr
Summary
- Estrogen decline after 45 shifts fat to the abdomen and liver.
- Fatty liver risk increases significantly after menopause.
- Post-menopause, women's risk can surpass men's.
Women aged 45 and older face a heightened risk of developing fatty liver due to significant declines in estrogen levels during perimenopause and menopause. Estrogen plays a crucial role in metabolizing fat and its reduction leads to fat accumulation in visceral areas, including the liver.
This shift can impair blood sugar regulation and increase insulin resistance, promoting liver fat deposition. Consequently, the likelihood of fatty liver rises sharply after menopause. Early detection may involve monitoring increasing abdominal girth, persistent fatigue, and elevated liver enzymes.
Fatty liver is a critical indicator of metabolic dysfunction, elevating the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Notably, after menopause, women's risk of these complications can surpass that of men, emphasizing the need for awareness and proactive health management.
