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Non-Alcoholic Fatty LiverDisease (NAFLD) is a prevalent liver disorder characterised by the accumulation of excess fat in the liver in the absence of significant alcohol consumption. It is often linked with obesity, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and metabolic syndrome. Many persons with NAFLD have no obvious symptoms, but others may complain of weariness, slight stomach discomfort or a sense of fullness in the upper right abdomen.

NAFLD can vary from mild fatty liver with no inflammation to a more severe variant, non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), which causes inflammation and liver damage. Chronic cases may lead to ongoing inflammation, fibrosis, cirrhosis, liver failure, or a higher risk of liver cancer.

Diagnosis is often based on medical history, physical examination, blood tests, imaging examinations such as ultrasound, and sometimes special tests to measure liver stiffness or fibrosis. If the diagnosis or severity is unknown, a liver biopsy might be considered.

Lifestyle modifications are the main management. You may aid your liver by losing weight gradually, exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet, managing blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and avoiding unneeded drugs or supplements that could impact your liver. Regular follow-up with a doctor is required for detection of illness development and appropriate treatment of related metabolic disorders.