Still, it can potentially become dangerous if the disease progresses.
‘Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH)’ is a more serious form of the disease and occurs when the liver is inflamed as a result of the build-up of fat.
The next stage is liver damage, known as cirrhosis, as well as liver can:ce:r and liver failure. The British Liver Trust explains that some factors increase the risk of MASLD.
These include:
– Being overweight or obese
– A high waist measurement
– Type 2 diabetes
– A diet with too many unhealthy foods and drinks
– Low levels of physical activity
– High blood lipids, such as cholesterol
– High blood pressure
– Other conditions linked to insulin resistance, such as polycystic ovary syndrome
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