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Liver disease in fat children latest obesity risk

08-Sep-2008
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TRENTON, New Jersey (AP): In a new and disturbing twist on the obesity epidemic, some overweight teenagers have severe liver damage caused by too much body fat, and a handful have needed liver transplants. Many more may need a new liver by their 30s or 40s, say experts warning that pediatricians need to be more vigilant. The condition, which can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure or liver cancer, is being seen... [read full story]                    

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'Obesity leads to liver damage in teens'

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