World Liver Day: Max Hospital Mohali highlights importance of liver health
On the occasion of World Liver Day, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mohali, raises public awareness around liver health, highlighting its symptoms, causes, early diagnosis, and available treatment options.
City Air News
Apr 17, 2025 11:28
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Chandigarh: On the occasion of World Liver Day, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mohali, raises public awareness around liver health, highlighting its symptoms, causes, early diagnosis, and available treatment options.
The liver plays a vital role in maintaining overall health — supporting immunity, digestion, and metabolism. Any compromise in liver function can severely impact not just the digestive system, but also the kidneys, lungs, heart, and brain. One of the growing concerns affecting liver health today is excessive fat accumulation, which can silently progress to serious complications if left unnoticed.
Addressing the importance of early recognition and prevention, Dr. Gurbakshish Singh Sidhu, Principal Consultant – Gastroenterology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mohali, said, “Some of the most common symptoms of liver disease include loss of appetite, abdominal pain, jaundice, and unexplained weight loss. In India, the leading causes of liver damage are Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, excessive alcohol consumption, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). Unfortunately, the rising number of liver-related deaths is often the result of low awareness and lack of preventive healthcare.”
Dr. Sidhu further emphasized the importance of timely diagnosis, adding, “Screening and early detection are the cornerstones of effective liver disease management. Identifying the condition in its silent phase and connecting patients to proper care can prevent irreversible damage and save countless lives.”
Speaking upon prevention, Dr. Sidhu advised, “Regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and following a balanced diet — low in fat and sugar, and high in fiber — can significantly reduce the risk of liver damage. These small steps, when practiced consistently, go a long way in protecting liver health.”
Through this initiative, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mohali aims to raise awareness and encourage individuals to adopt healthier habits, promoting early intervention and long-term liver wellness.
