Healthy liver living:
Navigating MASH and MASLD
Keeping your liver healthy is a key component of managing metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD; previously NAFLD) and metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH; previously NASH). Learn more about how your liver is affected and how to build healthy habits.
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Understanding the connection between metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis and fibrosis is key, as liver inflammation leads to scarring. Early intervention can slow progression and improve outcomes.
How much do you know about MASLD and MASH? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz on their relationship, risk factors, stages, and effects. Whether you're new or need a refresher, it's a great way to stay informed.
MASLD and MASH can affect not only the liver, but also the rest of the body, especially if left untreated. People with these diseases are at a higher risk for a range of health issues, including heart and kidney problems.
Knowing the facts about MASH and MASLD can help you get a quicker diagnosis, ensure you receive the right treatment, and help you to manage your condition more effectively.
Because the liver has the ability to repair itself, changes in living habits, such as eating a healthy diet and exercising, may help to reverse the effects of fatty liver disease.