Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

What is non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)❓ 

 A range of conditions caused by fat build-up in liver cells  

 Linked to being overweight or obese 

 Usually detected incidentally during other health check ups 🏨

What are the symptoms of NAFLD❓ 

 Commonest: none (picked up incidentally) 

 Few people with simple fatty liver (NASH) experience a nagging pain in the right upper tummy 😖

How do you diagnose NAFLD❓ 

 Blood tests 💉

 Ultrasound, CT or MRI scans 

 Small sample (biopsy) 

How do you treat NAFLD❓ 

 Lifestyle changes: 

 Dietary changes 🍏

 Weight loss ⬇ 

 Regular exercise 🚴

 Regulate alcohol consumption 🍷

Why should I worry about NAFLD❓ 

 Can lead to serious liver disease 

 Increased risk of cardiovascular problems: heart attacks and stroke ⬆