Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition where fat accumulates in the liver of people who drink little to no alcohol. It ranges from simple steatosis (fat accumulation) to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), which involves inflammation and liver cell damage that can lead to fibrosis or cirrhosis. Risk factors include obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, and metabolic syndrome. NAFLD often presents no symptoms, but it can progress silently, endangering liver function. Management focuses on lifestyle interventions such as diet modification, weight loss, and exercise to reduce liver fat. Early detection and proactive management are crucial to prevent serious liver complications. To explore further,
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