Everything You Need to Know about Esophageal Varices

10. Prevention

Once liver disease develops, little that can be done to prevent esophageal varices. However, some steps can help prevent liver disease from occurring in the first place or becoming more severe. As excessive alcohol consumption is a leading cause of liver disease, limiting or eliminating alcohol use can lower risk. Maintaining a balanced diet and a healthy body weight can also help, as excess body fat can cause damage to the liver.