ARTICLE 6: Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD): A Silent Condition You Shouldn’t Ignore

Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD) is a common liver condition affecting over 25% of adults worldwide. It happens when excess fat builds up in the liver—not due to alcohol, but often linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes.

Symptoms are often silent, making routine screening essential. Left unmanaged, MAFLD can progress to inflammation (steatohepatitis), scarring (fibrosis), and even cirrhosis. The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) recommends lifestyle changes as first-line therapy (AASLD Guidelines).

At Gamit Clinic, we support patients with dietary counseling, exercise planning, and non-invasive liver scans like FibroScan to monitor liver health.

If you have high cholesterol, diabetes, or belly fat, consider a liver health checkup. Early intervention can reverse fatty liver and prevent long-term complications.