Tag: fatty liver disease

  • NASH (Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis)

    NASH (Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis): Definition and Description of NASH (Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis): NASH, or Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis, is a chronic liver condition characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver, accompanied by inflammation and liver cell damage. Unlike alcoholic liver disease, NASH occurs in individuals who do not consume significant amounts of alcohol. This condition can progress…

  • Inherited Lipodystrophy

    Inherited Lipodystrophy Definition and Description of Inherited Lipodystrophy Inherited Lipodystrophy is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the abnormal distribution of body fat. It results in a significant loss of adipose tissue in some regions of the body while causing an accumulation in others, often leading to metabolic disorders. The condition can be classified as…

  • High Triglycerides

    High Triglycerides Definition and Description of High Triglycerides High triglycerides, medically known as hypertriglyceridemia, refer to the presence of elevated levels of triglycerides in the bloodstream. Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipid) found in your blood that the body uses for energy. If you consume more calories than your body needs, especially from carbohydrates…