Dr. Naveen Ganjoo, Senior Consultant – Hepatology & Integrated Liver Care, Aster RV Hospital Liver cancer has traditionally been seen as a condition that affects older adults, often linked to heavy drinking or long-term hepatitis infections. However, a concerning trend is emerging in India: more young people – many who don’t drink alcohol and don’t […]
Common facts you need to know about your liver
Dr. Naveen Ganjoo, Senior Consultant – Hepatology & Integrated Liver Care, Aster RV Hospital, Bangalore Did you know that the liver, often overlooked, is the body’s largest internal organ? As a vital powerhouse, it plays a pivotal role in synthesizing bile, storing glycogen for energy, metabolizing nutrients, detoxifying harmful substances, and regulating blood clotting. However, […]
7 Myths About Fatty Liver You Should Stop Believing
Dr. Akhil Deshmukh, Consultant – Hepatology and Liver Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Fatty liver disease, which used to be rare, has become alarmingly prevalent, particularly in India, where sedentary living and diets high in carbohydrates are routine. However, even as awareness grows, there remain a few myths surrounding the condition that obscure facts. From […]
This World Hepatitis Day, Let’s Break It Down
Dr. Naveen Ganjoo, Senior Consultant – Hepatology, Aster RV Hospital. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), viral hepatitis has now become as deadly as tuberculosis. Every 30 seconds, someone in the world dies of viral hepatitis. The WHO’s 2024 Global Hepatitis Report reveals a sobering truth: viral hepatitis now causes 1.3 million deaths annually, […]
7 Essential Tips for Keeping Your Liver Healthy
Dr. Akhil Deshmukh, Consultant – Hepatology and Liver Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru The liver is among the most underrated but busiest organs in your body. It’s a built-in detox system that removes toxins, metabolizes food and synthesizes vital proteins that sustain life. Although the liver has a special capacity for healing and regenerating itself, […]