Fatty liver disease impacts one in five adults in the UK
As many as one in five adults are affected by fatty liver disease in the UK, with one in 40 already having developed liver scarring due to the health condition, according to the British Liver Trust.
Fatty liver disease occurs when fat builds up in the cells of the liver. In the early stages, the disease often does not cause harm, but the condition can lead to serious liver damage such as fibrosis and, in severe cases, cirrhosis in the liver, which is irreversible, if left untreated. Unlike other liver conditions, fatty liver disease is not directly linked with alcohol intake and is instead primarily related to obesity.
As early detection can help sufferers make lifestyle changes to limit damage, being aware of the symptoms and what can be done to reduce risk is important.
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